Structured Finance Of Counsel (Multi City)

About the role

DLA Piper is seeking an of counsel or a senior associate to join its finance group, structured finance subgroup to focus on commercial mortgage-backed securities transactions. This position is open to any office in the United States. A candidate with experience in commercial mortgage-backed securities is preferred but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
• Foster positive work relationships;
• Comply with all firm policies and practices;
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 5-9 years of structured finance, securitization and/or CLO experience;
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm preferred.

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Good business judgment;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently;
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills;
• Research and problem-solving skills;
• Conceptual thinking;
• Ability to influence others;
• Persuasive communication;
• Management skills.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact FinanceTalent@talent.us.dlapiper.com.

Search Firms

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $365,000 - $525,000 per year depending on the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Pay Transparency

Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.