Associate, Securitization

White & Case LLP•New York, NY

9d•$225,000 - $310,000

About The Position

Our Securitization team advises on complex domestic and cross-border transactions across the full spectrum of esoteric financings for leading global brands, including whole-business Securitizations, rental car financings, fleet lease transactions, receivables facilities and related structured finance products.

Requirements

Minimum of 1+ years of substantive experience in a transactional group at a reputable law firm.
Analytically sharp associate who can break down complex legal matters, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and deliver precise, high-quality work product under pressure.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Judgment to determine when to act independently versus when to escalate issues.
Proactive, collaborative, and genuinely engaged in their work.
Takes initiative and ownership of matters.
Communicates transparently with the team.
Brings intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm to their work.
Juris Doctor (JD) degree (or LL.M./foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.
Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to become admitted) and in good standing.
Approximately 1+ years of relevant law firm experience.
Experience advising on debt capital markets transactions.
Strong drafting, analytical and negotiation skills.
Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
Strong communication, organization and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure.
Client-service oriented, collaborative and proactive.
Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

Work on sophisticated, high-profile transactions for top-tier clients across industries.
Take ownership of key deal components from inception to close, working directly with partners and clients.
Structure, draft, and negotiate complex deal documents.
Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, tax, intellectual property, and regulatory specialists.
Develop into a trusted advisor with deep legal and commercial expertise.