Structured & Specialty Finance Associate Attorney

Structured & Specialty Finance AssociateDirect Counsel is seeking a Structured & Specialty Finance Associate to join a premier finance practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with sophisticated financing experience who is looking to work on complex structured finance, asset-based lending, and specialty finance transactions for leading financial institutions, lenders, borrowers, and investment funds.The ideal candidate will have experience with structured finance and secured lending transactions, strong drafting skills, and an interest in working on innovative financing structures across a variety of asset classes.ResponsibilitiesAdvise lenders, borrowers, financial institutions, and investment funds on sophisticated financing transactionsStructure, negotiate, and document: Structured finance transactionsAsset-based lending facilitiesReceivables financingsSpecialty finance transactionsSecured balance sheet financingsDraft and negotiate: Credit agreementsSecurity agreementsPledge agreementsCollateral documentsFinancing amendments and ancillary agreementsAssist with bond and capital markets-related financing transactions, including: IndenturesNote purchase agreementsDisclosure documentsConduct financing due diligence and manage transaction executionAnalyze collateral structures, risk allocation, and financing termsCoordinate transactions from structuring through closingQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law schoolLaw school graduation years 2018–2022Finance experience at a sophisticated law firmExperience in one or more of the following areas: Receivables financeAsset-based lendingStructured financeSpecialty financeSecured lending transactionsStrong drafting and negotiation skillsExperience representing borrowers, lenders, or bothExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilitiesAbility to manage complex transactions and client relationshipsOutstanding academic credentialsPreferred ExperienceEsoteric asset classesStructured credit productsBond financing transactionsCapital markets-related finance transactionsSecuritization or specialty asset financing structuresCompensation & BenefitsSalary range: $260,000 – $420,000Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerationsDiscretionary performance-based bonus opportunitiesComprehensive healthcare benefitsRetirement benefitsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Paid vacation and sick timeParental leaveBasic life insuranceWhy This OpportunityJoin a highly regarded Structured & Specialty Finance practiceWork on sophisticated and innovative financing transactionsRepresent leading financial institutions, investment funds, and corporate clientsGain exposure to a broad range of structured and asset-backed financing mattersSignificant responsibility, client interaction, and transaction leadership opportunitiesStrong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth potentialDirect Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.