CMBS Associate Attorney - NY

Job Juncture; New York (NY); On-site; USD 234,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a prominent global AmLaw 50 law firm, seeks a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney to join its Global Finance group in New York. You will handle CMBS transactions, from structuring and due diligence to closing, advising issuers, underwriters, and investors.

The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of substantive CMBS experience, strong drafting skills, and big-firm experience. JD from a top school and active bar in good standing are required, with a competitive

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3–6 years of substantive experience in securitization and structured finance (CMBS).
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex securitization documents.
• Familiarity with CRE repurchase facilities and warehouse lending.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel on CMBS transactions including CRE CLOs for issuers, underwriters, and investors.
• Lead drafting and negotiation of transaction documents, including bid letters, confidentiality agreements, securitization disclosures, and operative agreements.
• Participate in deal structuring, due diligence, execution, and post-closing matters.
• Ensure regulatory and industry-standard compliance.
• Collaborate with Global Finance team to deliver premier client service.

Skills

Securitization & structured finance

Drafting securitization documents

Deal execution & closing

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Job description

Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities Associate Attorney

Locations: Boston, MA
ew York, NY\\ Charlotte, NC\\ Philadelphia, PA\\

Our client, a prominent global AmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking a skilled Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) Associate Attorney to join their dynamic Global Finance group. Known for their longstanding leadership in the CMBS marketplace, this team works with issuers, underwriters, servicers, and investors, handling a substantial portion of all CMBS issuance and providing counsel on a significant number of CRE CLOs for decades. The firm's practice consistently receives top rankings from Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500 US.

Candidate Profile:

• 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 within the CMBS space.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex securitization documents, such as pooling and servicing agreements, mortgage loan purchase agreements, bid letters, and investor certifications.
• Familiarity with commercial real estate repurchase facilities and warehouse lending.
• Demonstrated ability to act as a key team member in transactions, managing due diligence and leading deals through closing.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide counsel on a variety of CMBS transactions, including CRE CLOs, for a diverse client base comprising 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.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a competitive starting salary of $260,000+, commensurate with class year and experience. Associates in this position will work on challenging and high-profile transactions, supported by a collaborative and experienced team that prioritizes professional growth. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• generous parental leave
• family care support
• a 401(k) plan
• other valuable perks