Finance (Corporate Trust) - Associate Attorney

CORPORATE TRUST ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – FINANCE PRACTICE

Location: Charlotte, NC, HYBRID (local, no relo)

$310,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 50 international firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their Finance Practice Group, focusing on Corporate Trust matters, in their Charlotte office. This role provides the opportunity to work on sophisticated capital markets transactions within a dynamic and collaborative team environment.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials (Top 40, Top 25% of class at minimum).
Active Bar Admission in North Carolina, in good standing.
4–5 years of substantive experience in corporate trust and structured finance transactions.
Background in a wide range of capital markets matters, with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in fast-paced, team-oriented environments.

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on corporate trust and structured finance matters, including capital markets transactions and related agreements.
Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents for a variety of structured finance deals.
Collaborate closely with colleagues across practice groups to provide comprehensive support on complex transactions.
Maintain direct client interaction and contribute to the growth of the firm’s finance practice.

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity to join a market-leading finance practice recognized for its innovative work on complex corporate trust and structured finance transactions. The firm offers a collaborative and collegial culture, prioritizing mentorship and professional development to help attorneys advance their careers. You will gain exposure to sophisticated deals and high-profile clients while benefiting from a flexible hybrid work environment and robust support for career growth.

Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation: Includes an annual salary range of $310,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience, along with a generous bonus structure.

Comprehensive benefits: Include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, paid parental leave, childcare support, wellness programs, and robust professional development resources. Attorneys also benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work environment and a culture that values work-life balance, inclusivity, and community engagement.

Application Requirements
Submit your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

Email documents to Chelsea@purplecowrecruiting.com

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.