Our client is seeking an experienced transactional lawyer to help guide structured finance matters from initial analysis through execution and post-closing. This Boston opportunity combines sophisticated deal work, meaningful responsibility, and collaboration across legal and business teams.
The Work
- Support structured finance, securitization, and CLO transactions, contributing across the deal lifecycle from early structuring through closing and post-closing obligations.
- Research and analyze legal and regulatory issues, assess diligence findings, identify legal and business risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate, and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules, correspondence, and ancillary agreements.
- Help structure transactions and advise on legal, regulatory, business, operational, and governance considerations affecting execution.
- Coordinate deal timelines and workstreams, facilitate communication among transaction parties, and participate in negotiations with clients and other stakeholders.
- Manage closing processes, including documentation, signatures, funds flow, and follow-up obligations, in coordination with multidisciplinary legal and business teams.
- Build client relationships by delivering responsive, clear, and practical advice throughout complex domestic and cross-border finance matters.
What You Bring
- At least four years of experience in structured finance, securitization, and/or CLO matters; the anticipated level is 4–8 years.
- Juris Doctor degree and admission to the Massachusetts bar for candidates applying to the Boston office.
- Experience conducting legal research, analyzing transaction risks, and translating findings into practical client guidance.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills involving transaction documents and related agreements.
- Ability to support deal execution, manage competing deadlines, and coordinate work across transaction parties and legal teams.
- Sound professional judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality, timely client service.
- Experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
This role offers exposure to structured finance, securitization, and CLO work alongside responsibility across the full transaction lifecycle.
You can collaborate with lawyers and business professionals across practices and offices, develop client relationships, and access ongoing professional development.
A hybrid arrangement may be available, with details determined at hiring and subject to change.
Compensation & Benefits
The stated annual hiring range is $310,000–$390,000, 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.