Associate - Financial Institutions (Structured Finance) - New York

Structured Finance Associate (3+ Years) – New York, NY

Overview
Direct Counsel is seeking a Structured Finance Associate to join a leading law firm’s New York office. This role offers hands-on experience with complex securitization and structured finance transactions, along with direct client and partner interaction.

Responsibilities

• Assist with structuring, negotiating, and documenting structured finance and securitization transactions
• Support warehouse credit facilities, forward flow arrangements, and related financings
• Manage deal execution from structuring through closing
• Draft and review offering materials and transaction documents
• Collaborate across practice groups on complex financings
• Mentor and support junior team members

Qualifications

• 3+ years of structured finance/securitization experience
• Experience representing issuers, sponsors, borrowers, or lenders
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment
• J.D. required; New York Bar admission required

Preferred Experience

• ABS, esoteric assets, or consumer receivables
• Warehouse lending and related structures

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $225,000 – $435,000 + bonus (based on class year)
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Professional development and wellness programs
• Collaborative, high-performance environment