A finance group in Philadelphia is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of experience to support transactions focused on commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS). You will work across key stages of complex matters, helping assess risk, prepare deal documents, coordinate execution, and support client objectives.
The Work
- Support CMBS transactions from initial diligence and analysis through structuring, negotiation, closing, and post-closing activities.
- Review diligence materials, identify legal and business risks, and help develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, disclosure schedules, correspondence, and ancillary agreements.
- Help coordinate deal timelines and workstreams, communicate with transaction parties, and keep execution moving toward closing.
- Participate in negotiations and work with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, and other stakeholders as matters require.
- Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals across practices and offices on complex domestic and cross-border finance and real estate matters.
What You Bring
- At least two years of law firm experience; candidates with approximately 2-4 years of experience are sought.
- A JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the state where the position is based.
- Strong legal research, analysis, writing, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to draft and revise legal documents carefully and communicate clearly with clients, colleagues, and other parties.
- Sound professional and business judgment, attention to detail, and strong organization in a deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in commercial real estate finance, CMBS, structured finance, or securities offerings is preferred but not required.
Why Consider It
Build experience on transactions focused on CMBS while contributing across the deal lifecycle, from diligence and document work to negotiations and closing coordination.
The role offers collaboration across legal practices and offices, ongoing professional development, and a hybrid arrangement with regular in-office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm-stated annual hiring range is $235,000-$390,000, depending on geographic market and candidate qualifications; medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits are also offered.
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.