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Pernini Legal, LLC

New York - Structured Finance Mid-Level Associate Attorney

Pernini Legal, LLC, New York, New York, United States, 10292

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STRUCTURED FINANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY / MID-LEVEL

Location: New York, NY

Our client, a prominent

AmLaw 50 firm , is seeking a talented

Associate Attorney

to join its dynamic

Structured Finance Practice Group

in

New York (link removed) This is an exceptional opportunity for a mid-level associate to work on sophisticated transactions across a range of asset classes and finance structures within a collaborative and high-performing team.

Candidate Profile

JD

from a

top-tier law school

with an

excellent academic record

Active Bar Admission

in the

relevant jurisdiction , in good standing

4+ years

of substantive experience in

structured finance ,

lending ,

securitization , or similar finance structures

Strong

deal experience

at an

AmLaw or similarly sophisticated law firm

handling

complex structured finance transactions

Experience working across

multiple asset types

and

transaction structures

is

preferred , but not required

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

Proven ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work effectively under deadlines

Key Responsibilities

Represent

issuers ,

underwriters ,

lenders , and other market participants in

structured finance transactions

Draft and negotiate transaction documentation , including offering documents, credit agreements, and security agreements

Advise clients on

deal structuring ,

risk assessment , and

regulatory compliance

Coordinate all aspects of transactions

from inception to closing , ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with client objectives

Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to address complex, multi-jurisdictional issues

Maintain strong client relationships and provide strategic, business-oriented legal solutions

Why Join Us?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a

market-leading structured finance practice

that handles innovative and complex transactions for a broad range of clients. You will work alongside some of the most experienced attorneys in the field, gaining exposure to diverse asset classes and cutting-edge deal structures. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth, providing associates with early responsibility and direct client interaction. Additionally, the firm is strongly committed to community engagement and serving the public interest as

one of the first law firms to implement pro bono initiatives (link removed) They are consistently ranked within the

top 15

of

The American Lawyer

Pro Bono Scorecard (link removed) If you are a

driven attorney

with

strong values , our client serves as an

ideal platform

for building a

long-term and impactful career

in structured finance law.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary : Expected annual base salary of

$310,000+ , as determined by experience and market factors

Eligibility to earn a discretionary

bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k) and other retirement plans; HSA/FSA; flexible vacation time; 20 weeks of paid parental leave; employee assistance programs; commuter benefits; and relocation expense reimbursement

Additional Perks

: Include flexible hours, reduced hours targets during ramp-down and ramp-up, overnight breast milk delivery for traveling mothers, backup child and elder care benefits, emotional wellness resources, and robust professional development programs

Application Requirements

Qualified applicants should submit a

cover letter ,

resume , and

law school transcript

for consideration.

Our client is an

Equal Opportunity Employer (link removed)>

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