Senior Legal Counsel, Capital Markets (7-12+ yrs) - Remote

About the Position:

Our client, a full-service investment bank, is seeking a senior-level capital markets attorney to support the legal team (in Chicago, IL or remote). This role will involve running complex transactions in a thriving, high-growth environment.

Highlights:
• Senior, hands-on role covering structured finance and securitizations
• Strong growth potential
• Startup energy with institutional stability
• Highly collaborative culture
• Remote optional position
• Unlimited PTO

Responsibilities:
• Serve as primary attorney for capital markets transactions, including ABS, CMBS, CLO, and other securitizations
• Lead matters from engagement letter through closing
• Provide legal analysis for deal teams and governance committees
• Advise on FINRA / SEC issues
• Partner closely with Compliance, Operations, and Capital Markets leadership

Required Experience:
• 7-12+ years of capital markets / structured finance experience
• In-house experience at a FINRA-regulated broker-dealer or comparable regulated platform strongly preferred
• Big Law structured finance background a plus

Location:
Chicago, IL or Remote

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $180,000 - $250,000 (plus bonus).

About Us:
McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is Chicago’s leading legal search firm. We leverage more than 30 years of experience in the Chicago legal market to assist attorneys and paralegals seeking new opportunities and employers searching for top legal talent.