Our client is seeking a 3–6 year associate for its Los Angeles finance team, with a focus on structured finance. The work spans securitization and asset-based lending matters, giving associates meaningful involvement in transactions from initial analysis and structuring through negotiation, closing and post-closing.
The Work
- Support structured finance, securitization and asset-based lending matters from inception through closing and post-closing, helping move transactions forward at each stage.
- Conduct legal research and due diligence, assess findings and identify legal, regulatory and business risks; develop practical recommendations for clients.
- Draft, review, negotiate and revise transaction documents, contracts, disclosure schedules and ancillary agreements.
- Assist with transaction structuring and advise on legal, regulatory, business, operational, governance and compliance considerations.
- Coordinate deal timelines and workstreams, facilitate communication among transaction parties, and participate in negotiations with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors and other stakeholders.
- Manage and support closings, including documentation, signatures, funds flow and post-closing obligations, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across practices and offices.
What You Bring
- Three to six years of experience in structured finance, securitization and/or asset-based lending.
- A JD from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice in California, as required for the Los Angeles office.
- Strong legal research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks and develop practical solutions.
- Experience drafting and revising legal documents and communicating clearly and persuasively with clients, colleagues and transaction participants.
- Sound professional judgment, attention to detail and organizational skills, including the ability to manage deadlines and competing demands.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with lawyers and business professionals across teams and offices.
- Experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
This role offers hands-on involvement in structured finance transactions, with work extending from diligence and structuring through negotiation, execution and closing.
Associates collaborate across practices and offices and can access ongoing professional development and training.
The stated annual hiring range is $260,000–$390,000, depending on geographic market and qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits
The package includes medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k), with a hybrid arrangement involving regular in-office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
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.