Structured Finance Associate (1-2 yrs.) – New York
Firm Description:
Our client is a global law firm with more than 1,500 attorneys across 30+ offices in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Known for its deep industry focus and collaborative culture, the firm delivers strategic legal counsel across sectors including healthcare, energy, financial services, life sciences, and media. With a legacy dating back to the 19th century, the firm combines local market insight with global reach to help clients navigate complex legal challenges. It is consistently recognized for its innovation, client service, and commitment to pro bono work.
Position Description:
Our client, an internationally recognized law firm, is seeking a junior-level Finance Associate to join its expanding Structured Finance practice in New York. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in developing expertise in complex structured finance transactions within a sophisticated and growing practice.
The ideal candidate will have one to two years of finance-related experience, strong academic credentials, and a demonstrated interest in collateralized loan obligation (CLO) transactions. Experience representing investment banks, asset managers, or other financial institutions in structured finance matters is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with a variety of structured finance transactions, including collateralized loan obligation (CLO) matters
- Support attorneys in the representation of financial institutions, investment banks, asset managers, and other market participants
- Conduct legal research and analysis related to finance and structured products transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents
- Participate in transaction management and due diligence processes
- Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to support client objectives
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to the New York Bar, or eligibility to obtain admission
- One to two years of general finance experience at a law firm or comparable legal environment
- Strong academic credentials
- Demonstrated interest in structured finance and CLO transactions
- Experience with investment bank and/or asset manager representations is preferred
- Excellent analytical, drafting, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Compensation & Benefits
Our client offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including comprehensive healthcare coverage, retirement savings opportunities, paid time off, family leave benefits, wellness resources, and additional employee support programs.
Expected salary range: $225,000 – $235,000 annually
Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our client is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process and employment relationship in accordance with applicable law.
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Joseph P. Mayer III
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