Securitization Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a Securitization Associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its Corporate Practice in the New York office. The ideal candidate will have a background in complex financing transactions, including securitizations, asset-based finance, and other structured finance products. This is a dynamic opportunity for attorneys who thrive on innovation and collaboration in highly bespoke financial transactions.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on complex securitizations and structured finance transactions

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents for asset-based and structured finance deals

• Work with investment banks, issuers, and investors to structure tailored financial products

• Handle esoteric asset classes and help expand new financing structures

• Conduct legal due diligence and oversee deal execution

• Collaborate closely with a team of experienced attorneys and clients on strategic structuring

Requirements:

• 3–6 years of structured finance, securitization, or asset-based lending experience in a law firm setting

• Admitted to the New York State Bar (required)

• Strong transactional drafting and deal management experience

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active member in good standing with the New York State Bar

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of structured finance and capital markets law

• Proven ability to manage complex transactions and client relationships

• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Strong teamwork and communication abilities

• Innovative mindset with comfort handling novel or esoteric assets

Benefits:

• Four weeks of paid vacation annually

• Monthly wellness stipend for full-time employees

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance for employees and their families

• Discounted corporate health club memberships

• Ongoing professional development programs

• Flexible, hybrid work structure

This global law firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients in the United States and internationally. Its major practice areas include corporate governance, alternative legal services, business and human rights, capital markets, corporate crimes and investigations, cyber and data security, financial services regulatory, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate law. The firm's United States office is located in New York City, New York.