Major, Lindsey & Africa has an immediate need for an Attorney to assist an international bank on a Structured Finance Role Overview: The International Banking Institution seeks a Structured Finance Attorney. Company: International Japanese Banking Institution. Experience: At least 8-12 years of experience working on Supply Chain Finance, Trade Finance or Structure Finance/ Securitization Law Location: NYC Hybrid Ideal (4 days per week in office). Responsibilities include: • Review, draft and negotiate transaction documentation and provide legal advice relating to: • Structured finance and structured lending transactions; • Securitizations and other asset-backed financing arrangements; • Aviation finance, including aircraft and related asset financing transactions; • Trade finance products; • Letters of credit, reimbursement agreements, trade loans and guarantees; • Bilateral and syndicated credit facilities; • Secured and unsecured lending transactions; and • Cross-border and other complex financing arrangements. • Advise business teams on the structuring, development and execution of new and complex financing products and transactions. • Provide practical legal advice regarding transaction structures, documentation, execution risk and contractual risk. • Identify and advise on legal, regulatory and enterprise issues arising from transactions and related business activities. • Work closely with business, credit, compliance, operations, tax, treasury and other internal stakeholders to support the timely execution of transactions. • Coordinate with regulatory, product and international legal teams to provide consistent and seamless legal support across jurisdictions. • Interact directly with clients and counterparties in negotiating agreements and assist business teams in explaining transaction structures and documentation requirements. • Select, retain and manage external counsel, including oversight of legal fees and transaction-related legal spend. • Support new initiatives within the Americas Legal Department and Bank more broadly. • Provide training and guidance on relevant legal, regulatory and documentation matters. • Participate in internal working groups and committees, as appropriate. • Advise on and assist with the implementation of new projects, products, businesses and enterprise initiatives. Qualifications • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. • Significant relevant experience as a finance attorney, preferably gained at a leading law firm, financial institution or combination of both. • Strong drafting, negotiation and transaction-management skills. • Ability to analyze complex or unfamiliar transaction structures and identify the relevant legal, regulatory and documentation issues. • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to make sound, practical judgment calls in a fast-moving business environment. • Ability to identify and manage contractual and legal risk and develop practical strategies for addressing complex issues. • Experience working with multiple internal stakeholders and managing transactions across business functions and jurisdictions. • Strong communication and relationship-building skills. • Sound judgment and a practical, solutions-oriented approach. • Structured and logical approach to work, with the ability to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines. • Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment. • Flexibility and willingness to support new products, transactions and business initiatives. • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. • Ability to remain calm and perform effectively under pressure. • Strong work ethic, responsiveness and commitment to timely transaction execution. Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws. JOB ID: 260288