Job Description
Job DescriptionStructured Finance Associate Attorney
Direct Counsel is seeking a Structured Finance Associate Attorney to join a leading global law firm in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, or Washington, D.C.
Responsibilities:
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Advise clients on complex structured finance, securitization, and collateralized loan obligation (CLO) transactions.
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Conduct legal research and due diligence, identify transactional risks, and develop practical legal and business solutions.
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Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
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Provide strategic guidance on transaction structuring, regulatory requirements, governance, and compliance matters.
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Coordinate transaction timelines, manage deal execution, and facilitate negotiations among clients, lenders, investors, counterparties, and other stakeholders.
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Manage transaction closings, including documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams to deliver high-quality client service and achieve successful transaction outcomes.
Requirements:
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J.D. from an accredited law school.
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Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate will be based.
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At least 4 years of experience in structured finance, securitization, and/or CLO transactions.
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Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
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Excellent communication, organizational, and client relationship management abilities.
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Direct, relevant experience at an Am Law 100 law firm preferred.
Compensation: $310,000–$390,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications, plus comprehensive benefits.
Locations: Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; Washington, DC.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid