Our client is seeking a mid-level associate to join its finance group in Los Angeles, working on structured finance, securitization and/or CLO matters. The role offers meaningful involvement in transaction execution, client service, and collaboration across practices and offices.
The Work
- Support structured finance, securitization, and CLO matters from inception through closing and post-closing activities.
- Conduct legal research and due diligence, assess findings and risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
- Help structure transactions and advise on relevant legal, regulatory, business, operational, governance, and compliance considerations.
- Coordinate deal timelines, workstreams, communications, and closing steps, including documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
- Participate in negotiations and maintain responsive working relationships with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders.
What You Bring
- At least four years of structured finance, securitization and/or CLO experience; the search is focused on mid-level associates with approximately 4–8 years of experience.
- Juris Doctor degree.
- Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate is applying.
- Experience conducting legal research, analyzing transaction risks, and providing practical advice to clients.
- Strong drafting, document-review, negotiation, and transaction-coordination capabilities.
- Experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
Join a finance group handling structured finance, securitization, and CLO work, with opportunities to contribute to matters through closing and engage with clients and transaction participants.
The platform emphasizes collaboration across practices and offices and ongoing professional development.
A hybrid arrangement may be available, with details determined at hiring and subject to change.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated hiring range is $310,000–$390,000 annually, depending on qualifications; benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k).
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.