Structured Finance Of Counsel

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking an experienced and dedicated Structured Finance Of Counsel to join their team in Chicago, IL. This role involves providing high-quality legal services in structured finance, securitization, and CLO transactions. The ideal candidate will have a solid legal background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Duties

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
• Successfully meet deadlines expectations, and perform work duties as required
• Foster positive work relationships
• Comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as:
  • Working at a computer for extended periods, including on-screen reading and typing
  • Participating in digital/virtual conference calls
  • Participating in meetings as needed
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned

Requirements

• JD degree
• 9 years of structured finance, securitization, and CLO experience
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred
• Licensed to practice in IL

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills
• Attention to detail
• Good business judgment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Conceptual thinking
• Ability to influence others
• Persuasive communication
• Management skills

Job Location

• Chicago, IL

Benefits Offered

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.