CMBS Associate Attorney — Global Finance

Top Echelon Software, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 234,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan

Job summary

AmLaw 50 law firm is seeking a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join the Global Finance group in handling CMBS issuances and CRE CLOs. The role requires 3–6 years of CMBS experience and drafting sophisticated securitization documents.

You will work with issuers, underwriters, servicers, and investors, leading due diligence and closing efforts in a collaborative, high-caliber environment.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3–6 years of substantive experience in securitization and structured finance, specifically CMBS.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on CMBS transactions including CRE CLOs for issuers, underwriters, and investors.
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of transaction documents (e.g., pooling and servicing agreements, mortgage loan purchase agreements, bid letters).
• Manage due diligence and lead deals through closing.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Collaborate with Global Finance team to deliver premier client service.

Skills

Securitization & Structured Finance

CMBS Transactions

Drafting & Negotiating Documents

Due Diligence

Team Collaboration

Big Law Experience

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

AmLaw 50 law firm is seeking a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join the Global Finance group in handling CMBS issuances and CRE CLOs. The role requires 3–6 years of CMBS experience and drafting sophisticated securitization documents.

You will work with issuers, underwriters, servicers, and investors, leading due diligence and closing efforts in a collaborative, high-caliber environment.