Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a skilled and experienced Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of securitization experience and a proven track record in managing complex transactions from inception to completion. This role involves hands-on work with critical documents and transactions, requiring a detail-oriented professional with substantial experience in large law firm environments.

Duties:

• Led the preparation of bid letters and negotiation of confidentiality agreements related to securitization transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate securitization disclosure and operative documents, including pooling and servicing agreements, mortgage loan purchase agreements, and investor certifications.
• Serve as a critical member of deal teams, managing significant aspects of transactions from due diligence through closing.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure smooth execution of transactions.
• Provide expert legal advice on commercial mortgage-backed securities and related matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support transaction structuring and compliance.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to developing the firm’s practice in securitization.

Requirements:

• 3-7 years of experience in commercial mortgage-backed securities and securitization.
• Proven hands-on experience preparing bid letters, negotiating confidentiality agreements, and drafting securitization-related documents.
• Experience as a critical member of deal teams, with a demonstrated ability to manage transactions from due diligence through closing.
• Large law firm experience is strongly preferred.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of securitization processes, including documentation and negotiation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in managing complex transactions and providing strategic legal guidance.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

We are fond of this firm, who, through large scale mergers, have become a network of integrated offices that can handle clients in any major city. Although that growth has not yet translated into the full scale Fortune 500 multinational clientele, this law firm is content to be the well-priced big firm alternative. With a quirky and youthful approach to the law and firm management, this firm is not as concerned with the bottom line as it is being a novel law firm in which to work. With practice areas that run from international trade to individual tax, there are plenty of opportunities for like-minded attorneys.