Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a skilled and experienced Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will possess 3-7 years of specialized experience in securitization and a strong background in handling complex transactions and documentation. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile deals and be a key player in a dynamic legal environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and review bid letters for commercial mortgage-backed securities transactions.
• Negotiate confidentiality agreements and securitization disclosure documents.
• Draft and analyze operative documents, including pooling and servicing agreements, mortgage loan purchase agreements, and investor certifications.
• Manage and coordinate critical aspects of transactions from due diligence through to closing.
• Collaborate effectively as a critical member of deal teams, ensuring smooth execution of transactions.
• Provide legal advice and strategies to clients regarding CMBS transactions and related matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research and stay current with industry trends and regulations.
• Support senior attorneys and contribute to developing client relationships and business development efforts.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of experience in securitization and CMBS transactions.
• Proven hands-on experience with bid letters, confidentiality agreements, and operative documents.
• Demonstrated ability to manage transactions from due diligence through closing.
• Previous experience in a large law firm environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of CMBS industry practices, regulations, and documentation.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction(s) (NC bar admission preferred).

Skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

The North Carolina law office opened eight years ago. Areas of expertise include structured finance-securitization, and financial services-investment management. The law practice staffs twelve skillful attorneys. There are four key areas of practice. Disciplines consist of capital markets structured finance, asset-backed; commercial mortgage-backed securitization, commercial real estate loan origination, and syndicated loan transactions.