Structured Finance Associate - CLO

Orrick Herrington & Suttcliffe; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 235,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

Orrick's Structured Finance team seeks an associate with 2–8 years of experience, emphasizing CLOs and asset-based lending, to join a fast-paced, collaborative group.

The ideal candidate will handle multiple transactions, possess strong drafting and negotiation skills, and be a member of the Bar in a U.S. State. Law firm experience in this area is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 2–8 years of experience in structured finance, focused on CLOs and middle-market leveraged loans.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines.
• Must be a member of the Bar in a U.S. State and in good standing.
• Four to seven years of law firm experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise on structuring, execution, and closing of CLO transactions, focusing on middle-market leveraged loans.
• Collaborate with arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers on deal documentation and regulatory matters.
• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.

Skills

CLOs

Structured Finance

Middle-market leveraged loans

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bar admission (US State)

Job description

Overview

Orrick's Structured Finance team is seeking an associate with 2-8 years of experience, with a strong focus on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) and asset‑based lending. We are looking for a dedicated team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys managing multiple transactions, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative and collegial group.

About the Role

Orrick's U.S. Structured Finance group is recognized for advising on some of the industry's most innovative and complex transactions. Our team is a market leader in CLOs—particularly middle‑market and broadly syndicated loan CLOs—and regularly advises arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers on all aspects of CLO structuring, execution, and regulatory compliance. We also have deep experience with middle‑market leveraged loan transactions, helping clients navigate the unique challenges and opportunities in this space.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on the structuring, execution, and closing of CLO transactions, with a focus on middle‑market leveraged loans.
• Work closely with arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers on deal documentation and regulatory matters.
• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• 2‑8 years of experience in structured finance, with significant exposure to CLOs and/or middle‑market leveraged loans.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines.
• Four to seven years of relevant law firm experience.
• Candidates must be highly motivated and have superior client service skills.
• Must be a member of the Bar in a U.S. State and satisfy any requirements of the Orrick office's jurisdiction.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is between $235,000 and $435,000.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job‑related factors that may include, but are not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by firm and individual performance.

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life; robust mental well‑being programs; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short‑ and long‑term disability and industry‑leading parental leave benefits; health savings account contributions (w/ applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and a 401K program. This role will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice... or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.