Counsel, Public Finance

New York United States, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Analyze relevant laws and regulations affecting public finance transactions.
Draft and review a wide variety of documents related to public finance transactions.
Negotiate transactions with internal and external clients and other parties.
Manage legal aspects across the entire lifecycle of transactions from development of preliminary bids to closing.

experience in public finance transactions (or the equivalent
experience working at a combination of major law firms and/or law departments in major financial institutions).
J.D. degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule with required in-office days in New York City as required by Assured Guaranty from time to time.
Extensive technical legal knowledge in the public finance sector and in-depth industry knowledge, including familiarity with the major players in the industry and an understanding of terminology and resources.
Experience with distressed credit and restructuring matters is a plus.
Ability to handle multiple and varied transactions simultaneously and efficiently and to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This is an opportunity to work on providing financial guaranty insurance for a variety of public finance transactions in all 50 states.
Exposure to complex transactions including, without limitation, health care, private higher education, housing and non-profit corporation financings is a plus. •
Strong analytical ability, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication and writing skills. Compensation
Annual base salary for the position is expected to be from $260,000 per year to $290,000 per year. The actual salary will depend on various factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s
experience and credentials, salary expectations of applicable candidates, and other applicable market conditions.
This position also provides applicable employee benefits, as well as eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.