Attorney/Lawyer

We are looking for a mid-level Attorney/Lawyer to support complex fixed income matters at an investment management firm in NYC. This opportunity is suited to a lawyer with experience in distressed financings and syndicated lending who is eager to broaden exposure to structured finance work. The role offers direct involvement in sophisticated transactions, close collaboration with senior legal professionals, and meaningful responsibility in a dynamic practice.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, revise, and negotiate core financing agreements and related transaction documents for distressed and special situation matters, including customized arrangements for complex deals.

• Contribute to structured finance engagements such as warehouse facilities, asset-backed transactions, and other collateralized lending matters across a range of asset types.

• Review supporting legal documentation and coordinate closing requirements to help transactions progress efficiently and accurately.

• Partner with attorneys, business stakeholders, and external counsel to keep deal execution organized and on schedule.

• Join client discussions, address follow-up requests promptly, and provide reliable day-to-day support on active matters.

• Track legal and regulatory developments that may affect financing activities and communicate relevant considerations to the team.

• Oversee outside counsel activity and help monitor external legal spend where needed.

• Assist with related legal work including confidentiality agreements, engagement documentation, special projects, and ancillary dispute matters.

• At least 3 years of experience in finance, banking, or structured finance within a law firm or comparable financial institution environment.
• Working knowledge of syndicated loan documentation and hands-on exposure to distressed debt or special situations.
• Familiarity with structured finance concepts such as securitization, asset-backed facilities, or complex collateral structures.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills with careful attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously, adapt to shifting priorities, and perform effectively under deadline pressure.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
• Authorization to work on a permanent basis in the United States without current or future employer support.