CMBS Associate Attorney - Global Finance Leader

MedTeam Staffing Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 234,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

The AmLaw 50 law firm seeks a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate to join its Global Finance group in handling CMBS transactions and CRE CLOs for diverse clients.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier school, active Bar admission, and 3–6 years in securitization and CMBS, with drafting experience and familiarity with related facilities. Large firm experience preferred for a leadership role.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction in good standing.
• 3–6 years of substantive experience in securitization and structured finance, specifically CMBS.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex securitization documents.
• Familiarity with CRE repurchase facilities and warehouse lending.
• Demonstrated ability to lead deals and manage due diligence.

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, MSAs, bid letters).
• Assist with deal structuring, due diligence, closing, and post-closing matters.
• Ensure regulatory and industry compliance across transactions.
• Collaborate with Global Finance team to deliver premier client service.

Skills

Securitization & structured finance

Drafting securitization documents

Due diligence & deal closing

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction

Job description

The AmLaw 50 law firm seeks a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate to join its Global Finance group in handling CMBS transactions and CRE CLOs for diverse clients.

Requirements include a JD from a top-tier school, active Bar admission, and 3–6 years in securitization and CMBS, with drafting experience and familiarity with related facilities. Large firm experience preferred for a leadership role.