Corporate Associate - Corporate Trusts

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate Associate to join their Corporate Trusts team in Chicago. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of transactional experience representing financial institutions and corporate trust clients in various transactions, including structured finance, municipal debt, and corporate debt.

Duties

• Represent clients in corporate trust transactions.
• Review, negotiate, and draft transactional agreements.
• Manage multiple transactions and assignments.
• Collaborate effectively within a team.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of transactional experience.
• Experience with trust indentures and related agreements.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent writing and negotiation abilities.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Superior communication skills.
• Exceptional client focus.
• Ability to handle post-closing and default-related issues.

Benefits

• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Productivity and discretionary bonuses.

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