Corporate Associate - Corporate Trusts

Job Overview

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

Duties

• Represent clients in structured finance, municipal debt, and public finance transactions.
• Review, negotiate, and draft transactional agreements, including trust indentures and loan agreements.
• Manage multiple transactions and assignments efficiently.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of transactional experience in corporate trust transactions.
• Proficiency in reviewing and drafting various transactional agreements.
• Strong organizational, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle post-closing matters and default-related issues.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Excellent communication and client focus.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Benefits

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

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