Director, Structured Finance & Asset-Backed Counsel

Scotiabank; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 185,400 - 310,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefit programs

Holistic well-being support

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Director, Senior Legal Counsel for its Structured Finance Group in New York. The role requires a J.D. and at least 10 years of securitization legal experience, focusing on asset-backed securities and providing legal advice in a dynamic financial environment. The candidate should possess strong interpersonal and analytical skills and be capable of managing complex legal matters effectively. The position supports hybrid work arrangements and offers flexible benefits designed for employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of securitization legal experience with a law firm or financial institution.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, influencing and communication skills.
• Excellent judgement, writing skills, and presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to the Structured Finance Group.
• Draft and negotiate structured finance documentation.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting Structured Finance.

Skills

Securitization legal experience

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Judgement and writing skills

Education

J.D. and licensed attorney in good standing

Job description

Scotiabank is seeking a Director, Senior Legal Counsel for its Structured Finance Group in New York. The role requires a J.D. and at least 10 years of securitization legal experience, focusing on asset-backed securities and providing legal advice in a dynamic financial environment. The candidate should possess strong interpersonal and analytical skills and be capable of managing complex legal matters effectively. The position supports hybrid work arrangements and offers flexible benefits designed for employee well-being.