Structured Finance Senior Counsel

Houston, TX

  • Hybrid role with 3 days in office.
  • Management and growth opportunities.

About Our Client

Global investment bank.

Job Description

  • Advises business teams engaged in a variety of structured finance activities, including asset‑backed lending, mortgage and real estate finance, whole loan transactions, and securitization programs.
  • Leads the preparation, review, and negotiation of complex financing and securitization agreements.
  • Partners with business, compliance, risk, and operations teams to support the launch and execution of new products, structures, and strategic initiatives.
  • Evaluates and enhances internal policies and procedures affecting structured finance activities, working closely with compliance and risk stakeholders.
  • Tracks and interprets evolving legal and regulatory requirements, assessing implications for structured finance and related business lines.
  • Participates as a legal representative on cross‑functional working groups addressing regulatory initiatives, process improvements, and industry developments.
  • Provides pragmatic legal guidance to front‑office professionals and corporate functions on strategic projects and novel transactions.
  • Delivers clear, practical legal analysis and recommendations on complex questions impacting structured finance operations.
  • Represents the organization in industry groups and contributes to regulatory engagement efforts, including preparation of responses to proposed rulemaking.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (NY or TX).
  • Significant experience in structured finance or related areas at a law firm, financial institution, or similar organization.
  • Deep knowledge of securitization transactions and related legal and regulatory frameworks.
  • Subject matter expertise of securitization processes (CMBS, RMBS) and regulations, including securitization vehicles and regulations relating thereto.
  • Strong foundation in corporate, securities, finance, creditor rights, and bankruptcy law.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong analytical and practical problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
  • Self-directed, adaptable, and effective under pressure.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary.
  • Cash bonus and additional equity compensation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
  • Flexible work environment with three in-office days per week.

Contact

Jennifer Pettigrew

Quote job ref

JN-042026-7003688

Posted 2026-04-24

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