Mortgage And Structured Finance Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is representing a law firm seeking a Mortgage and Structured Finance Associate in New York City, NY. The role focuses on complex mortgage and structured finance transactions and providing strategic advice to clients in the structured finance sector.

Ideal candidates will have a JD, NY admission, and 1–3 years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills to work with senior attorneys and cross-functional teams on deal execution.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in New York State with a strong academic record.
• Minimum of one to three years of experience in mortgage lending, structured finance, or commercial banking law.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate mortgage and structured finance documents and closing deliverables.
• Conduct legal research and due diligence to support transactional matters and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and cross-functional teams to manage deal timelines and seamless execution.

Skills

Mortgage lending

Structured finance

Commercial banking law

Regulatory compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

A law firm seeks a Mortgage and Structured Finance Associate in New York City, NY. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team to handle complex financial transactions and provide strategic legal counsel to clients in the structured finance sector.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex mortgage and structured finance documents, including loan agreements, security documents, and closing deliverables.
• Conduct legal research and due diligence to support transactional matters and advise clients on regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and cross-functional teams to manage deal timelines and ensure seamless execution of financial transactions.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in New York State with a strong academic record and relevant internship or clerkship experience.
• Minimum of one to three years of experience in mortgage lending, structured finance, or commercial banking law.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high attention to detail.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in New York State.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and document management systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment with a client-service focus.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Paid time off.

A top-ranked firm praised for its creative and innovative culture, associates also say that the firm’s lean staffing allows for plenty of substantial work opportunities. The firm also has represented high-profile clientele and offers market pay.

This opportunity is being presented by BCG Attorney Search, a legal recruiting firm focused exclusively on placing attorneys in permanent positions with law firms.