Principal, CLO & Funds Securitization Counsel

Primary Responsibilities

• Liaise directly with Bank structuring desks, external counsel, and internal teams throughout the CLO execution process, with a focus on documentation
• Aid in addressing investor and rating agency questions
• Collaborate with the CLO Portfolio Management Team to help develop and execute next-generation fund finance products
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a timely and smooth execution process
• Manage external counsel relationships for all Structuring & Advisory team engagements
• Partner with internal legal counsel and compliance to implement best practices and policies throughout the CLO life cycle

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant legal practice experience, with a focus on CLOs, structured finance, or fund-related securitizations
• Extensive structured finance drafting experience, including complex transactions
• Strong understanding of CLO documentation and transaction mechanics
• Preferred experience with Rated Feeders and CFOs
• Demonstrated sound legal judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risk
• Proven ability to establish, manage, and improve processes and procedures, and to prioritize competing requests effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Juris Doctor (JD) and a Bachelor’s degree are required

Pay Range

Pay Range: $300,000

The base salary range for this position is listed above and is dependent on individual candidate experience and skills. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance.

Cash compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.