Job Application for Counsel, Public Finance at Assured Guaranty

Position Summary

Assured Guaranty is seeking an experienced attorney to join the Public Finance Legal team. This is an opportunity to work on providing financial guaranty insurance for a variety of public finance transactions in all 50 states. The attorney will be primarily responsible for providing transactional legal support to Assured Guaranty’s U.S. Public Finance business. Additionally, the attorney will be responsible for general legal support for Assured Guaranty, as directed by the Deputy General Counsel, Public Finance and/or the General Counsel.

Job 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.
Provide legal counsel and advice to underwriting and credit teams.
Manage legal aspects across the entire lifecycle of transactions from development of preliminary bids to closing.
Assist with post-closing matters related to the insured portfolio including review, negotiation and documentation of consents and waivers.

Candidate Background & Qualifications

A minimum of six (6) years of relevant major law 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.
Admitted to and a member in good standing of the New York Bar or a member in good standing in a jurisdiction with reciprocity with New York and able to waive into the New York Bar.
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.
Exposure to complex transactions including, without limitation, health care, private higher education, housing and non-profit corporation financings is a plus.
Experience with distressed credit and restructuring matters is a plus.
Team player who can contribute and develop expertise in multiple areas with limited guidance.
Ability to handle multiple and varied transactions simultaneously and efficiently and to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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.

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