Structured Finance & Lending Counsel

About the role

We are partnering with a leading global financial institution who are looking for a qualified attorney to join its New York-based legal team, supporting a broad Lending and Structured Finance platform.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating credit agreements and related documentation
• Advising on transaction structuring and execution
• Serving as a trusted advisor to business and risk partners
• Supporting product development initiatives
• Partnering closely with front-office, credit, risk, compliance, and operations teams
• Engaging with external counsel and driving deals to completion
• Advising on key U.S. regulatory considerations (including AML, sanctions, and bank regulatory frameworks)
• Collaborating with international legal teams, particularly in Europe

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience at a top law firm and/or financial institution
• Strong background in banking / finance, structured finance, or capital markets
• Experience with loan documentation and credit transactions
• Exposure to fund finance, trade finance, or securitization (strong plus)
• NY Bar admission (required)
• Ability to translate complex legal issues into practical advice
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proactive, hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment
• High levels of ownership, judgment, and attention to detail