Capital Markets Associate - New York

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Posted on April 28, 2026

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Responsibilities and practice

Candidates should have 3-6 years of legal experience in structured finance, including experience with various aspects of residential mortgage backed securities (RMBS), such as securitizations, financings, repurchase agreements, opinion drafting, and drafting and negotiating related agreements and transaction documents.

The attorney hired for this position will join a dedicated, collaborative team and will have substantial client exposure and responsibility. Expected responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transaction documents for RMBS and other structured finance transactions, including securitizations, warehouse and term financings, and repurchase facilities

• Preparing and reviewing legal opinions and transaction closing deliverables

• Assisting with deal structuring and advising clients on legal and regulatory considerations affecting structured finance transactions

• Communicating with clients and transaction counterparties

• Working collaboratively to manage all aspects of our work

• Supporting the practice as needed

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside partners and associates in a dynamic and team-oriented environment while enjoying the benefits and resources of an international law firm. Dentons' US Capital Markets practice has been at the forefront of securitization/structured finance for more than three decades. Our highly regarded team represents virtually every major banking and financial institution involved in the agency and trust aspects of securitization/structured finance.

Pursuant with New York law, the salary for this position will be $260,000 - $390,000. Based on years of experience, Dentons associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Position requirements

Personal skills/attributes

• Embraces teamwork and contributes to a supportive and inclusive work environment

• Possesses outstanding oral and written communication skills

• Is conscientious with exceptional attention to detail

• Has a sincere interest in career development and welcomes feedback

• Will excel working in a collaborative environment with other attorneys and paralegals

• Primarily in person position in the New York Office

Technical skills

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Other requirements

• Strong preference for a New York-based attorney

• Must be licensed to practice law in the State of New York

• Application must include a law school transcript

Equal opportunities

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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