Capital Markets Securitization and Structured Finance Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Capital Markets Securitization and Structured Finance Associate Attorney role is listed in Charlotte, NC, New York, NY, or Washington, D.C.; the listing’s primary location is Charlotte, NC. Compensation is $260,000–$435,000 per year. The associate joins a Securities and Public Company Advisory practice advising clients on complex capital markets matters. The role represents clients in securitization and structured finance transactions from structuring through closing. It contributes through transaction drafting and negotiation, legal research, due diligence, and coordination with clients and multidisciplinary legal teams.

What you'll do

• Represent clients in securitization, structured finance, and structured products transactions
• draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents
• advise on deal structuring, execution, and closing
• conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance
• collaborate with clients and legal teams
• assist with transaction management, due diligence, and closing coordination.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

capital markets

securitization

structured finance

charlotte nc

new york ny

washington dc

$260,000–$435,000/year

3+ years experience

j.d.

active state bar

clo

cmbs

asset-based lending

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid time off
• annual performance and discretionary bonus eligibility
• relocation assistance where applicable.

Why this role

Requires a J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, active U.S. state bar membership, and 3+ years of substantial law firm experience in relevant finance areas. CLO, CMBS, repo, or asset-based lending experience is a plus. Relocation assistance may be available where applicable.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.