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NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE Assistant General Counsel Assistant in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive difference. The Northwestern Mutual Law Department is seeking an experienced, agile and solution-oriented investment attorney interested in joining a diverse, challenging, and fast-paced practice advising the Company on a wide range of issues as the Company works to transform how clients experience financial security. What\'s the role: This attorney will be a member of the Department\'s Private Securities Investments Team and willsupport the Company\'s \$250+ billion investment portfolio. Specifically, this attorney will provide legal advice on matters relating to the Company\'s private debt, private equity and public investment portfolios, as well as related third-party investment management initiatives, particularly its collateralized loan obligation (\"CLO\") platform. As a member of the Securities Investments team, and working collaboratively with other Department members, this attorney will: Provide legal support for the Company\'s CLO platform including reviewing offering memorandums, indentures, engagement letters, warehouse agreements, collateral management agreements, control agreements, and other investment-related documents; Provide legal support for a wide range of asset management activities for the Company\'s CLO platform and general account investment portfolio including amendments and waivers, restructurings, bankruptcies, realizations, and regulatory matters, as well as manage the CLO platform\'s participation in ad hoc groups; and Be a trusted advisor helping investment professionals review and negotiate complex, multi-million dollar domestic and foreign investments including First Lien, Second Lien, Senior Unsecured, Unitranche, Mezzanine, HoldCo PIK, Preferred Equity, Common Equity, Structured and Project Finance, Limited Partnerships, formation of Private Funds and Syndicated Bank Loans. Bring Your Best! What this role needs: Candidates must have at least five years of legal experience in one or more of the following areas:collateralized loan obligations, corporate finance, commercial lending, structured finance, private placements, or securities offerings. Bankruptcy and restructuring experience or international investment experience would be a plus. Ability to analyze a variety of legal issues, synthesize complex information, and provide solution-oriented legal advice to business professionals throughout the enterprise. An exemplary academic record and a Juris Doctorate degree; note that a license to practice law in the State of Wisconsin or a commitment to become licensed within the first year of employment isrequired. Desired personal attributes : The scope of this role may change over time to respond to business needs. The successful candidate will be flexible and adaptable in terms of general skills &... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/B653D5ED775443CD Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.
