Senior Counsel

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate various agreements, including term loan and revolving credit facilities, security agreements, collateral documents and guarantees
• Provide legal advice on structuring finance transactions backed by fine art and collectible assets
• Conduct due diligence and facilitate transaction closings
• Contribute subject matter expertise to the development of playbooks, templates, and operational best practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Partner internally to identify opportunities for process improvement and scalability
• Lead trainings for business partners on legal issues
• Participate in negotiations with borrowers, outside counsel and counterparties

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience in banking/finance
• JD degree
• Admitted, active and in good standing with the New York State bar
• Strong drafting, communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with matter management and contract lifecycle management technology

About the Company

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender providing capital solutions for collectors around the world.