Associate Finance (Structured Finance) - Chicago
Direct Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Structured Finance Associate (2+ Years) – Securitization
Direct Counsel represents a well-regarded Am Law firm seeking a Finance Associate to join its premier Structured Finance practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge securitizations and bespoke financing solutions across a wide range of asset classes.
The team advises leading issuers, sponsors, banks, and investors on some of the most innovative and complex structured finance transactions in the market, including both traditional and esoteric asset-backed deals.
What You’ll Do:
- Advise clients on structured finance and securitization transactions
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents across a variety of asset classes
- Work on traditional ABS and CLO transactions, as well as esoteric assets (e.g., aircraft, infrastructure, and whole business securitizations)
- Collaborate with cross-border teams on complex, multi-jurisdictional deals
- Support the development of innovative financing structures and first-time securitizations
What We’re Looking For:
- 2+ years of experience in structured finance and/or securitization transactions
- Strong drafting and analytical skills
- Experience with ABS, CLOs, or other asset-backed transactions preferred
- Interest in complex, innovative financing structures
- J.D. with strong academic credentials and admission to a U.S. Bar (or eligibility)
Why This Role:
- Work on market-leading, cutting-edge securitizations
- Gain exposure to a wide range of asset classes—from traditional to highly specialized
- Join a globally recognized, top-tier structured finance practice
- Cravath-scale compensation + bonus
- Comprehensive benefits and strong career development platform
Vacancy posted 21 days ago
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