Junior Lawyer - Real Estate Finance

🇫🇷 Paris, Île-de-France
Posted 2 months ago
Expires May 28, 2026

Clifford Chance, a leading international law firm with over 30 offices worldwide, is seeking a Junior Lawyer to join their Real Estate Finance team in Paris. The firm is renowned for providing high-quality legal advice that combines global standards with in-depth local expertise. The Real Estate Finance sub-group advises top investment banks, specialist lenders, corporates, and sponsors on significant, high-profile transactions.

As a Junior Associate within the Real Estate Finance team, you will play a key role in various deal teams. Your responsibilities will include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents such as memoranda, pleadings, and contracts. You will advise clients through meetings, phone calls, and written communications, collaborating with partners and associates from diverse backgrounds. Additionally, you will apply your legal expertise to develop solutions and conduct effective research, while proactively updating your legal knowledge and technical skills.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree and be pursuing the CAPA certification. A strong technical understanding of real estate finance transactions and global loans is essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. The firm seeks a self-starter with a desire to continuously acquire, build upon, and share knowledge, and who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Clifford Chance offers a comprehensive remuneration package that is among the most attractive in the market. The firm is committed to the professional development of all employees, providing continuous opportunities to develop both legal and personal skills through training programs offered by the Clifford Chance Academy. The firm's inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work ensures a rewarding and stimulating career.

Joining Clifford Chance means becoming part of a diverse and ambitious team, working on complex and innovative transactions within multidisciplinary national and international teams. The firm offers opportunities to work on high-profile projects, develop client relationships, and participate in business development initiatives. Clifford Chance's global presence and collaborative environment provide a platform for building a successful career in the legal profession.

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