Ratings Legal Attorney - CMBS Consultant (NY)

The Ratings Legal Attorney - CMBS Consultant at KBRA is responsible for reviewing offering and transaction documents, articulating legal and credit concerns, and identifying potential credit impacts of transaction structures. The role also includes collaborating with rating analysts, participating in rating committees, and assisting the analytical team with preparation of market-leading research reports.

To qualify for the Ratings Legal Attorney - CMBS Consultant position at KBRA, you should have a JD and be admitted to the New York bar, along with four to eight years of experience focused on CMBS or commercial real estate finance. Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail are also essential.

The Ratings Legal Attorney role is crucial for maintaining the quality and accuracy of KBRA’s ratings. By providing legal insights and collaborating with ratings analysts, the attorney ensures that key legal and credit features are well-articulated, ultimately safeguarding the integrity of the ratings process.

The anticipated hourly rate for the Ratings Legal Attorney - CMBS Consultant position at KBRA ranges from $90 to $100 per hour, with the final offer determined by factors such as experience, skills, and other related qualifications.

KBRA is a recognized credit rating agency that values diversity and fosters a collaborative work environment. As a Ratings Legal Attorney - CMBS Consultant, you'll work alongside talented professionals in an engaging setting, contributing to impactful financial analyses that shape the credit markets.

Share specific examples of past CMBS transactions you have worked on, detailing your role and how you navigated legal and credit issues. Highlight skills like risk assessment and collaboration with analysts to demonstrate your expertise.

Explain your systematic process for reviewing documents, such as identifying key risk factors, suggesting legal structuring improvements, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Provide an example of a document you reviewed and the insights you gained.

Discuss resources you follow, such as industry publications, legal forums, or networking with peers. Emphasize the importance of staying informed to enhance your contributions as a Ratings Legal Attorney at KBRA.

Describe your organizational strategies, such as using digital tools to track deadlines and progress, as well as your decision-making process for prioritizing critical tasks while maintaining quality.

Provide a structured response regarding a specific case, detailing the challenge, your analysis, the solution you implemented, and the successful outcome. This demonstrates your problem-solving skills relevant to the Ratings Legal role.

Discuss your participation in rating committees and how you contributed to discussions surrounding legal assessments and credit considerations. Emphasize the collaborative nature of the role and the importance of clear communication.

Share your understanding and any direct experience related to RAC requests, explaining the process, your role, and how your input supports accuracy in ratings.

Emphasize your attention to detail and processes for double-checking figures and facts. Mention tools you might use and your willingness to seek peer reviews to ensure reliability in your legal analysis.

Talk about your passion for finance and how it ties into your legal expertise. Highlight your interest in contributing to the integrity of the credit markets and the significance of your role as a Ratings Legal Attorney.

Illustrate your openness to feedback by sharing an instance where you received criticism, how you processed it, and how it led to your professional growth. Emphasize the value of maintaining strong working relationships.