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Capital Markets Associate Attorney (2-5 Years)

$235k - $365k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join a highly respected Am Law firm.

Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Associate (Lateral)
Experience Level: 2–5 years

Direct Counsel is partnering with a global law firm to identify a mid-level associate for its Chambers-rated Capital Markets practice. This is a strong opportunity to work on sophisticated structured finance transactions alongside a highly regarded team with decades of market leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Represent purchasers, sellers, servicers, creditors, and borrowers in structured finance transactions
  • Advise banks, financial institutions, private equity funds, hedge funds, and public/private companies
  • Draft and negotiate primary transaction documents, including:
    • Purchase and sale agreements
    • Servicing agreements
    • Financing documents
  • Manage transaction processes and coordinate closings
  • Communicate directly with clients and counterparties
  • Collaborate with deal teams to execute complex transactions

Qualifications:

  • 2–5 years of law firm experience in structured finance or capital markets
  • Experience with securitization and structured finance transactions preferred
  • Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams
  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the New York Bar

Compensation:

  • Salary range: $235,000 – $365,000 (based on experience)
  • Bonus eligible with a comprehensive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a capital markets associate looking to deepen their experience in structured finance within a collaborative, high-performing global platform.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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