Capital Markets Mid-Level Associate

Dentons; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Capital Markets Mid-Level Associate with 3-5 years of regulatory law experience. This role offers the chance to manage consumer credit regulatory issues, collaborate with seasoned professionals, and contribute to a dynamic team environment. The firm is renowned for its leadership in securitization and structured finance, providing a supportive culture that fosters career growth. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for those passionate about regulatory law and looking to make a significant impact in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Discretionary Bonuses

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of legal experience in regulatory work.
• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Responsibilities

• Manage consumer and commercial credit regulatory issues.
• Conduct research and draft legal memoranda on regulatory issues.
• Support regulatory licensing processes for clients.

Skills

Regulatory Work

Consumer Credit Regulation

Legal Research

Drafting Legal Memoranda

Regulatory Due Diligence

Team Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Capital Markets Mid-Level Associate - New York

Posted on May 9, 2025

Culture and Engagement at Dentons

Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority at Dentons. We are committed to creating an environment that values and respects the contributions of all colleagues. By attracting, supporting, promoting, and retaining highly qualified individuals of various backgrounds and experiences, we strengthen our ability to provide innovative solutions, deliver exceptional client service, and advance the success of our Firm. Dentons actively promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace through professional development and cultural initiatives.

Responsibilities and Practice

Dentons US LLP seeks an associate with 3-5 years of legal experience in regulatory work to join our Chambers-rated Capital Markets practice. The successful candidate will work closely with partners, counsel, and associates focusing on financial services regulation, particularly consumer credit regulation and licensing. This position is based in our New York office and involves responsibilities such as:

• Managing federal and state consumer and commercial credit regulatory issues
• Conducting research on credit regulatory issues at federal and state levels
• Drafting legal memoranda analyzing credit regulatory issues
• Assisting with regulatory due diligence for investors and lenders
• Supporting regulatory licensing processes for clients
• Collaborating with the team on various regulatory matters

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic, team-oriented environment within an international law firm. Dentons' US Capital Markets practice has been a leader in securitization and structured finance for over three decades, representing a broad range of financial institutions and market participants in the US and internationally.

The salary range for this position, pursuant to New York law, is $260,000 to $365,000, commensurate with experience. The title may vary from Associate to Senior Managing Associate based on experience. Dentons offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability insurance, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, holidays, and discretionary bonuses.

Position Requirements

Personal Skills and Attributes

• Team-oriented and supportive
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and conscientious
• Self-motivated and independent
• Interested in career growth within regulatory law and receptive to feedback

Technical Skills

• 3-5 years of law firm experience preferred
• Experience in consumer credit regulation and licensing preferred

Other Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in New York and in good standing

Equal Opportunities

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable laws.

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