Associate, Securitization

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate in Securitization for its New York office. The role involves advising on complex domestic and cross-border transactions, including whole-business securitizations and related structured finance products.

Duties

• Work on sophisticated, high-profile transactions for top-tier clients across industries.
• Take ownership of key deal components from inception to close, working directly with partners and clients.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate complex deal documents.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, tax, intellectual property, and regulatory specialists.
• Develop into a trusted advisor with deep legal and commercial expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1+ years of substantive experience in a transactional group at a reputable law firm.
• Experience advising on debt capital markets transactions.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure.
• Client-service oriented, collaborative, and proactive.
• Fluency in English.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree (or LL.M./foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to become admitted) and in good standing.

Skills

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Judgment to determine when to act independently versus when to escalate issues.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Vacation time and leave programs, including parental leave.
• Performance bonus eligibility.

A highly respected New York firm that has grown into an international juggernaut, this AmLaw firm boasts 44 offices spread across 30 countries. The firm is renowned for its strengths in the areas of global M&A, finance, antitrust, arbitration, financial restructuring, cross-border transactions, and insolvency. But despite the firm?s top-drawer status, there?s little stodginess here ? the firm was ranked first in diversity by American Lawyer in 2017 and 2018 and, by Law360, as the top law firm for people of color. While the firm?s attorneys are expected to work hard, it is sure to be top quality, complex work that will help you take your career to the next level.