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Structured Finance Associate | Am Law 40 | 2nd-8th Yr.

Lateral Link
Charlotte, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2026

Structured Finance Associates | Charlotte | Elite Firm


We're working with a market-leading structured finance team seeking associates with 2–8 years of experience to join its Charlotte office.


This Chambers USA top-ranked practice is a market leader in Structured Finance/Capital Markets—particularly middle-market and broadly syndicated loan CLOs—and regularly advises arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers on complex structuring, execution, and regulatory matters.


The Role:


  • Advise on structuring, execution, and closing of CLO transactions
  • Focus on middle-market leveraged loan transactions
  • Work directly with arrangers, managers, investors, and issuers
  • Manage multiple sophisticated transactions in a fast-paced environment
  • Join a collaborative, collegial team with strong deal flow


Ideal Candidate:


  • 2–8 years of structured finance experience
  • Significant exposure to CLOs and/or middle-market leveraged loans
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills
  • BigLaw training preferred
  • Licensed in a U.S. jurisdiction


Charlotte continues to see meaningful growth in finance and private credit work, and this team sits at the center of that activity.


The firm is considering local candidates and attorneys open to relocating to Charlotte, especially from larger markets.


For immediate consideration, apply through this posting and email your resume and law school transcript to Marion Wilson at mwilson@laterallink.com.

Salary : $235,000 - $435,000

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