Debt Finance Associate Attorney
12 days ago
New York
Job Description New York City | Hybrid Debt Finance Associate AttorneyAmLaw 100 OpportunityCompensation $235,000 – $365,000+ A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Debt Finance Associate Attorney to join its New York office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, banks, direct lenders, institutional investors, and corporate borrowers in sophisticated debt finance and leveraged lending transactions. Ideal Background • 3–6 years of debt finance, leveraged finance, banking & finance, or commercial lending experience gained at a sophisticated law firm, • Experience representing private equity sponsors, banks, direct lenders, institutional investors, and corporate borrowers, • Experience handling acquisition financings, leveraged buyouts, syndicated lending, secured lending, cash flow lending, asset-based lending, recapitalizations, and refinancing transactions, • Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, commitment letters, security agreements, collateral documents, guaranties, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documents, • Experience managing financing transactions from due diligence through closing while coordinating lenders, borrowers, and opposing counsel, • Experience with unitranche facilities, mezzanine financings, debt capital markets transactions, or private credit transactions is a plus, • Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills, • Ability to independently manage sophisticated finance transactions while maintaining significant client interaction, • Excellent academic credentials, • J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required, • New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted Why This Opportunity Nationally recognized Debt Finance practice Sophisticated leveraged finance and commercial lending transactions Significant client interaction and deal responsibility Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and corporate borrowers Strong mentorship and professional development Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment Interested? Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background. Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move. I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market. Confidential inquiries are always welcome. Devney Ayers Director of Legal Recruiting Aligned Talent Acquisition devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com (216) 710-5174a