Structured Credit & CLO Associate Attorney (5 Cities)

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Structured Credit & Collateralized Loan Obligations Associate Attorney

Locations: New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Boston, MA; Washington, DC; Charlotte, NC

Our client, a respected AmLaw 50 international law firm, is seeking a highly-qualified Structured Credit & Collateralized Loan Obligations Associate Attorney to join their expanding and high-performing Global Finance group. This team, recognized for its premier structured credit practice, leads the industry by representing a diverse global client base, including many of the largest asset managers, equity investors, and leading CLO underwriters, such as major investment and commercial banks. The practice is consistently top-ranked in Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 US.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the State of New York.
• 3+ years of substantive securitization and structured finance experience, or transactional experience with a strong desire to transition into Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs).
• Prior experience with private credit, CLOs, fund finance, NAV-based facilities, or subscription line credit facilities is preferred but not required.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on a wide range of structured finance and securitization matters, with a focus on CLOs.
• Represent a diverse set of clients, including asset managers, equity investors, and underwriters, in structuring and executing complex financial transactions.
• Collaborate with a global team to provide cutting-edge legal services in the structured finance and capital markets space.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while advising clients on innovative financing solutions.

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated attorney looking to advance their career in a dynamic and growing practice.

Associates in this role will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated and high-profile transactions in a collaborative, supportive environment, all while contributing to one of the most well-regarded structured finance teams globally. The firm fosters a dynamic, collegial culture that encourages intellectual curiosity, mentorship, and early responsibility.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary: $260,000+, commensurate with experience and class year.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, extensive emotional health resource programs, social connectedness programs, 401(k) and retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, family concierge, commuter benefits, relocation allowance, professional development resources, and additional perks.

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.