Senior Structured Credit CLO Associate Attorney Or Of Counsel

Title: Senior Structured Credit Associate Attorney or Of Counsel

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking an experienced attorney with a robust background in structured finance, particularly in collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) and other sophisticated finance transactions. This role involves working on high-profile transactions for international investment banks and asset managers, contributing expertise to a team recognized for its excellence in complex finance and securities matters.

Duties:

• Advise on collateralized loan obligation (CLO) transactions, collateralized debt obligations (CDOs), and various asset-backed securities.
• Structure and negotiate sophisticated finance transactions, including securitizations, asset-based lending (bilateral and syndicated), and hybrid financing arrangements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the firm to deliver strategic advice and execution on transactions for high-profile clients.
• Oversee documentation, compliance, and regulatory matters related to structured credit and CLO activities.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support structured credit matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience with collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), securitizations, and asset-based lending.
• Extensive experience working within a law firm environment, advising on sophisticated finance transactions.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• New York State Bar admission is required.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly with structured finance and asset-backed securities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to complex legal issues.
• Ability to manage multiple, high-stakes transactions simultaneously.

Job Location:

• New York City, NY

Lauded as an excellent firm for which to work, this firm has been cited as a top firm for minority and diversity hiring. In the same vein, the firm is praised for its open culture and the wonderful individuals who make it up. Throughout its history, the firm has featured excellent real estate, business, litigation, tax, and employment practices, with the latter being an especially strong suit. With its origins in Los Angeles, the firm has offices across the world and industry-leading clients from over 80 countries, but has not lost its open and friendly culture.