Public Finance Associate

The People Of: Professional Services

California (MO)

Hybrid

USD 155,000 - 185,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA/FSA

Fertility support

Family planning

Hybrid work policy

Paid parental leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

401(k) with profit sharing

Commuter benefits

Tech allowance

Back-up care

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in Los Angeles seeks a Public Finance Associate with 1–4 years PQE to join its public finance and real estate finance practice. You will work on complex transactions with governmental, nonprofit, and private sector clients, with mentorship from partners and client exposure from day one.

The ideal candidate has California Bar admission, experience in municipal bond financing, and strong drafting and analytical skills, ready to contribute to a collaborative,

Qualifications

1–4 years’ experience in public finance or real estate finance transactions.
Active California Bar in good standing.
Strong understanding of financing structures and capital markets frameworks.
Skilled in drafting and issue spotting in complex transactional documentation.
Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate public finance and real estate finance transaction documents.
Analyze legal issues relating to municipal bond and conduit financing.
Conduct due diligence, including review of title, survey, and organizational documents.
Coordinate closings and assist in preparing authorizing documents.
Advise on federal and state regulatory frameworks applicable to tax-exempt financings.
Provide strategic legal counsel to nonprofit institutions, lenders, and underwriters.

Skills

Public finance

Real estate finance

Drafting & negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Public Finance Associate – Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Experience: 1–4 Years PQE | Public Finance or Real Estate Finance

An established national firm is seeking a Public Finance Associate (1–4 years PQE) to join its Los Angeles team. The ideal candidate will have experience in public finance or transactional real estate finance, and a strong desire to grow within a collaborative, deal-driven practice.

About The Role

This is a dynamic opportunity to join a practice advising on complex public finance transactions involving governmental, nonprofit, and private sector entities. The role is highly collaborative, with immediate client exposure and meaningful partner mentorship. You’ll be integrated into transactions from day one, taking on substantive drafting, negotiation, and client-facing responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate public finance and real estate finance transaction documents
Analyze legal issues relating to municipal bond and conduit financing
Conduct due diligence, including review of title, survey, and organizational documents
Coordinate closings and assist in preparing authorizing documents
Advise on federal and state regulatory frameworks applicable to tax-exempt financings
Provide strategic legal counsel to nonprofit institutions, lenders, and underwriters

Who You Are

1–4 years’ experience in public finance or real estate finance transactions
Member of the California Bar (active and in good standing)
Strong understanding of financing structures and capital markets frameworks
Skilled in drafting and issue spotting in complex transactional documentation
Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills
Committed to collaborative work and superior client service
Experience working with nonprofits, institutional lenders, or investment banks is a plus

Compensation

Base Salary: $155,000 – $185,000 (DOE)

Bonuses: Discretionary bonus potential based on performance

Benefits