Banking & Financial Services Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Banking & Financial Services Attorney - Chicago, IL Direct Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 law firm to identify an Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join its Banking and Financial Services business unit, specifically in the firm's structured finance transactions and securitizations . Candidates must hold an active license in their home jurisdiction or must be eligible for admissionThe ideal candidate will possess the following experience and skills:

• Experience representing financial institutions, asset managers, and issuers in structured finance transactions and securitizations, including CLO transactions and related special purpose entity matters

• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transaction documents for asset-backed securities issuances, warehouse facilities, credit facilities, and other structured finance arrangements

• Familiarity with preparing, negotiating, reviewing and analyzing transactional legal opinions, particularly involving corporate and structured finance legal issues

• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to support the team throughout all phases of complex structured finance transactions

• Detail oriented and organized, with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced transactional practice

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $175,000 – $225,000 annually (DOE).

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with HSA/FSA options

• Dental, vision

• Short-term and long-term disability

• Life insurance

• 401(k)

• Vacation and sick time

• Parking/public transportation allowance

• Employee assistance program.