Alternative Investments, Derivatives Associate | New York, NY / Washington, DC | Firm Policy | Mid-Level | $310,000–$435,000 Base + Bonus | Am Law 100

Alternative Investments, Derivatives Associate | New York, NY / Washington, DC | Firm Policy | Mid-Level | $310,000–$435,000 Base + Bonus | Am Law 100

Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a highly regarded Am Law 100 national full-service law firm seeking a Alternative Investments, Derivatives Associate to join its New York, NY / Washington, DC platform.

This opportunity offers sophisticated structured-finance, securitisation and derivatives transactions for arrangers, issuers, lenders, investors and financial institutions within a nationally recognised structured finance practice.

The successful attorney will work closely with partners and senior attorneys, take ownership of substantive matters and gain exposure to high-value work, important clients and cross-practice collaboration.

Company Highlights

• Am Law 100 national full-service platform with sophisticated domestic and cross-border capabilities.

• Recognised practice strength across structured finance and related corporate, regulatory or litigation disciplines.

• Established team advising arrangers, issuers, lenders, investors and financial institutions on complex, high-value matters.

• Collaborative and partner-led environment offering meaningful associate responsibility.

• Structured mentoring, practical training and individual career-development support.

• Strong commitment to professional development, wellbeing, inclusion, innovation and pro bono work.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is an opportunity to join a well-established structured finance practice offering:

• Sophisticated structured-finance, securitisation and derivatives transactions for arrangers, issuers, lenders, investors and financial institutions.

• Meaningful ownership of substantive workstreams and increasing responsibility based on experience.

• Direct access to partners, senior attorneys and clients.

• Opportunities to deepen technical, commercial and strategic experience within a recognised structured finance practice.

• A credible platform for long-term progression and advancement.

The Role

The successful attorney will support and lead key components of structured finance matters, including:

• Advise arrangers, issuers, lenders and investors on structured-finance and securitisation transactions.

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents for asset-backed, mortgage-backed, derivatives or related products.

• Coordinate due diligence, closing processes, regulatory analysis and multi-party negotiations.

• Take ownership of complex workstreams and work directly with clients and counterparties.

• Coordinate with attorneys and professionals across related practice areas and offices.

The role offers direct collaboration with partners, senior attorneys and clients, together with increasing responsibility and opportunities to take ownership of important workstreams.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The firm is seeking an attorney with:

• Mid-level substantive structured finance experience.

• Experience handling structured-finance, securitisation and derivatives transactions for sophisticated clients.

• Strong drafting, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.

• The ability to manage multiple workstreams, meet demanding deadlines and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

• Strong academic credentials and experience in a sophisticated law-firm environment.

• Admission in the relevant office jurisdiction, or eligibility to waive in promptly, is required.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base salary range is $310,000–$435,000, depending on class year, experience, location, qualifications and other relevant factors.

The firm also offers bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Retirement and 401(k) benefits.

• Paid time off and firm holidays.

• Parental and family-care benefits.

• Professional-development and continuing legal education support.

• Wellbeing resources and pro bono opportunities.

Location and Working Arrangement

The position is available in New York, NY / Washington, DC.

Working arrangements are governed by the firm's current office policy and may vary by office, team, client and business requirements.

Candidates must be admitted in the relevant jurisdiction or be eligible to obtain admission within the required timeframe.

Apply in Confidence

All discussions will be handled in strict confidence.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Watts & Associates directly or submit your application for confidential consideration.

Kindly apply with your resume. Should your experience align with the opportunity, we will reach out by telephone, email or LinkedIn to schedule a discreet call. Recruiter submissions are accepted subject to the hiring firm's applicable search-firm agreement and submission procedures.

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