CIB Securitization Senior Legal Counsel, Executive Director
santander consumer usaBrooklyn (NY)
CIB Securitization Senior Legal Counsel, Executive Director
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santander consumer usaBrooklyn (NY)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
Overview:
In this senior legal role, you will lead and execute complex securitization and structured finance matters, with emphasis on CRE/CMBS. You’ll serve as lead counsel for Santander’s Securitized Products Group in CIB, drafting and negotiating deal documents and advising on securities, lending, and capital markets transactions. You’ll collaborate with senior business stakeholders to expand CRE/CMBS capabilities while navigating US securities and banking laws. This position offers strategic influence in a fast-paced, growth‑driven environment and meaningful regulatory and deal‑making impact. Compensation / Benefits fair and competitive rewards package benefits supporting you, your family and your well-being
Responsibilities:
Lead negotiation and drafting of deal documents for CRE/CMBS and related securitization transactions Act as primary day-to-day legal coverage for banking, lending, and capital markets deals within the Securitized Products Group Advise on applicable U.S. securities laws (Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934) and banking regulations Collaborate with senior business stakeholders to support expansion of CRE/CMBS capabilities and roles (underwriter, structurer, arranger, bookrunner, placement agent) Monitor regulatory developments and translate implications for commercial real estate financing and securitized offerings Manage coverage matters independently and support adjacent business lines as a senior resource
Key requirements:
J.D. degree and bar admission in good standing in the practicing state 8+ years of securitization/structured products experience at a law firm or financial services firm Proven track record of leading negotiations and drafting on complex transactions Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to solve problems quickly in a fast-paced environment Self-starter with initiative, prioritized task management, and independent judgment New York City-based preferred excellent communication problem-solving ability high initiative and self-starting deep knowledge of securitization and structured finance (CRE, CMBS, RMBS, ABS, CLOs) strong drafting and negotiation of deal documents (loan agreements, repo, purchase agreements, offering documents) familiarity with U.S. securities laws and compliance for offerings and securitizations
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