Senior Capital Markets / Structured Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A well-known law firm seeks a Senior Capital Markets / Structured Finance Associate Attorney. This role focuses on complex transactional matters within the Capital Markets practice, with a specialization in structured finance, asset-backed lending, and securitization. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic legal environment.

Location:

• New York, NY.

Duties:

• Engage in complex transactions, including:
  • Repo transactions
  • Asset-backed lending
  • Loan-on-loan arrangements
  • Securitization and structured finance
  • Structured products, corporate finance, and real estate transactions
  • Commercial real estate collateralized loan obligations (CRE CLO) (preferred but not required)
• Draft, negotiate, and structure a variety of financial agreements.
• Provide specialized legal guidance in structured finance and capital markets.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in:
  • Capital markets and structured finance transactions
  • Asset-backed lending, securitization, and loan-on-loan structures
  • Corporate finance and real estate finance
• Strong academic credentials.
• Experience at a reputable law firm.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in New York or eligibility to waive into the jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of structured finance, capital markets, and asset-backed lending.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This white-shoe New York firm is undergoing some changes--which we believe will definitely be for the better in terms of associate life. Although this transition concerns the old-school fans of this firm, associates confirm the effect has been better and more interesting work in an environment with renewed vigor. Although their litigation section has been somewhat diluted of late, their deal work is booming, even through the economy slowdown. A fresh new attitude at this firm with spectacular office environment, we are excited about the opportunities here.