Description:
Job Description:Overview:
Orrick's Structured Finance team is seeking an associate with 2–8 years of experience, with a strong focus on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) and asset based lending. We are looking for a dedicated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple transactions, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative and collegial group.
About the role:
Orrick's U.S. Structured Finance group is recognized for advising on some of the industry's most innovative and complex transactions. Our team is a market leader in CLOs—particularly middle-market and broadly syndicated loan CLOs—and regularly advises arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers on all aspects of CLO structuring, execution, and regulatory compliance. We also have deep experience with middle-market leveraged loan transactions, helping clients navigate the unique challenges and opportunities in this space.
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise on the structuring, execution, and closing of CLO transactions, with a focus on middle-market leveraged loans.
- Work closely with arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers on deal documentation and regulatory matters.
- Manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture.
Qualifications:
- 2–8 years of experience in structured finance, with significant exposure to CLOs and/or middle-market leveraged loans.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines.
- Four to seven years of relevant law firm experience.
- Candidates must be highly motivated and have superior client service skills.
- Must be a member of the Bar in a U.S. State and satisfy any requirements of the Orrick office's jurisdiction.
How to Apply:
Please apply online at https://www.orrick.com/Careers and include a resume, J.D. transcript, and cover letter.
Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal. Please contact recruiting@orrick.com for agreements and login credentials.
If you have any questions, please reach out to please reach out to Cassie Gomez, Recruiting Manager, at cgomez@orrick.com.
Why Orrick:
At our core, we value collegiality among our lawyers and strive to make our practices both professionally and personally rewarding. We'll help you to connect with peers and mentors to ensure you are integrated into our client teams. Our top-notch training and mentoring programs, retreats and academies, and shadowing opportunities are what set us apart. If you are passionate about innovative work in a dynamic environment, you're just who we've been looking for.
