CMBS Associate Attorney - Global Finance (Multi-City)

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

Job summary

An AmLaw 50 law firm in the CMBS space seeks a skilled Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join its Global Finance group in the US. The role focuses on securitization transactions with issuers, underwriters, servicers, and investors.

Requirements include a JD from a top law school, bar admission, 3–6 years in CMBS/structured finance, and experience drafting complex securitization documents.

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.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex securitization documents.
• Familiarity with CRE repurchase facilities and warehouse lending.
• Demonstrated ability to manage due diligence and lead deals through closing.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on CMBS transactions, including CRE CLOs, for issuers, underwriters, and investors.
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of transaction documents, including bid letters, confidentiality agreements, securitization disclosures, and operative agreements.
• Actively participate in deal structuring, assisting with due diligence, transaction execution, and post-closing matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards.
• Collaborate with team members across the Global Finance group, leveraging the firm’s resources and industry expertise to deliver premier client service.

Skills

Securitization

Structured finance

Drafting documents

Negotiation

CRE knowledge

Team leadership

Big law experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

An AmLaw 50 law firm in the CMBS space seeks a skilled Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join its Global Finance group in the US. The role focuses on securitization transactions with issuers, underwriters, servicers, and investors.

Requirements include a JD from a top law school, bar admission, 3–6 years in CMBS/structured finance, and experience drafting complex securitization documents.