Associate, Public Finance Secondary Markets

Job SummaryKutak Rock LLP seeks an associate attorney to join the Secondary Markets group within the Public Finance practice. The ideal candidate will have an interest in developing their knowledge and skills in a wide range of transactional matters in municipal, asset-backed, and corporate securities while working with experienced, nationally-recognized partners. Qualified candidates with a minimum of 2 years of experience in public finance, real estate, lending, corporate finance or other transactional areas are encouraged to apply.Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms", provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career in a collegial and collaborative environment.This is a full-time position that offers a hybrid work option in one of the following firm offices: Atlanta, GA; Kansas City, MO; Omaha, NE; Philadelphia, PA.ResponsibilitiesAn associate in the Omaha Secondary Markets group will work with partners, associates, staff and clients throughout the country in a busy practice, involving a wide range of types of transactions and projects, including:Researching federal and state law, including federal and state securities and lending laws, the Internal Revenue Code, and local bond and real estate lawPreparing and reviewing transaction documents, including trust indentures, loan agreements, financing agreements, swap documents and opinionsPreparing and reviewing underwriting documents, including offering documents, purchase agreements and disclosure certificatesInteracting and communicating with clients and other transaction partiesQUALIFICATIONS: Skills and AbilitiesUnderstanding of various business entitiesExcellent oral and written communication skillsExceptional research and analytical skillsAbility and confidence to work independently and flexiblyStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to apply critical thinking and possess a high attention to detailWork professionally and collaboratively with partners, associates, and support staffSelf-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethicQUALIFICATIONS: Education and ExperienceMust be currently admitted to practice with an active bar license in good standing of the locality of the office location in which the candidate sitsMinimum of 2+ years’ experience in public finance, real estate, lending, corporate finance or other transactional areasStrong academic recordPosition InformationStatus: ExemptWork Arrangement: Hybrid 4:1, with supervisor approvalBenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible paid vacation leave. 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.Additional InformationAny offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Consideration of any background check will be an individualized assessment based on the applicant or employee’s specific record and the duties and requirements of the specific job.About The FirmKutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 21 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.