Global CMBS Associate Attorney – Multi-City

CareerNerds, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

The AmLaw 50 Law Firm, a global leader in CMBS matters within its Global Finance group, seeks a skilled CMBS Associate Attorney. The role covers securitization, due diligence, and close collaboration with issuers, underwriters, and investors on high-profile transactions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier school, active bar status, and 3–6 years in securitization and structured finance, with strong drafting abilities and CRE facilities knowledge.

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 (CMBS).
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex securitization documents.
• Familiarity with CRE repurchase facilities and warehouse lending.
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel on CMBS transactions, including CRE CLOs, for issuers, underwriters, and investors.
• Lead preparation and negotiation of transaction documents (bid letters, confidentiality agreements, securitization disclosures, and operative agreements).
• Actively participate in deal structuring, 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 to deliver premier client service.

Skills

Securitization experience

Drafting securitization documents

Deal leadership & due diligence

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The AmLaw 50 Law Firm, a global leader in CMBS matters within its Global Finance group, seeks a skilled CMBS Associate Attorney. The role covers securitization, due diligence, and close collaboration with issuers, underwriters, and investors on high-profile transactions.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier school, active bar status, and 3–6 years in securitization and structured finance, with strong drafting abilities and CRE facilities knowledge.