Associate – Corporate (Structured Finance, CLOs & Alternative Assets) – New York
McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that celebrates excellence and collaboration. They are seeking a Junior to Mid-level associate with CLO experience to focus on the design, structuring, and creation of CLOs and other credit products in their New York office. Responsibilities Structure, draft, and negotiate CLOs, private credit facilities, syndicated loan agreements, and credit insurance arrangements Lead product development for new structured finance offerings, working closely with business and capital markets teams Provide guidance on regulatory considerations affecting structured finance transactions in the U.S. and cross-border contexts Advise on transaction execution, including documentation, negotiation, and closing processes Partner with investment, risk, and compliance teams to ensure products meet commercial and regulatory objectives Monitor market and legal developments impacting credit products and structured finance structures Skills Applicants must be admitted to the New York bar and in good standing Excellent drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills Significant structured finance experience from a top-tier law firm Demonstrated ability to create and advise on structured products (CLOs, credit facilities, etc.) Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional deal teams in high-pressure, fast-paced environments Education Requirements JD or equivalent Benefits Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our McDermott Well program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. Generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence Company Overview McDermott Will & Emery is now McDermott Will & Schulte. It was founded in 1934, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship McDermott Will & Schulte has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 2 in 2023, 7 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 9 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.