Structured Credit & Collateralized Loan Obligations Associate Attorney

Overview

A large international law firm is seeking a Structured Credit & Collateralized Loan Obligations Associate Attorney to join its expanding, high-performing Global Finance group in Charlotte, NC. The team is known for its premier structured credit practice, representing a diverse global client base that includes major asset managers, equity investors, and leading CLO underwriters such as large investment and commercial banks.

• Advise on a wide range of structured finance and securitization matters, with a focus on CLOs
• Represent asset managers, equity investors, and underwriters in structuring and executing complex financial transactions
• Collaborate with a global team to deliver sophisticated legal services in structured finance and capital markets
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while advising clients on innovative financing solutions

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record
• Active Bar Admission in North Carolina
• 3+ years of substantive securitization and structured finance experience, or transactional experience with a strong desire to transition into CLOs
• Prior experience with private credit, CLOs, fund finance, NAV-based facilities, or subscription line credit facilities preferred but not required
• Large law firm experience strongly preferred

• Starting salary of $260,000+, commensurate with class year and experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous parental leave and family care benefits
• 401(k) plan and other valuable perks

Associates will work on sophisticated, high-profile transactions in a collaborative, supportive environment while contributing to one of the most well-regarded structured finance teams globally, with strong support for professional development.