Leveraged Finance Mid-Level Associate Attorney
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Type Direct Hire
ID GA157-2739634
Posted Oct 23, 2024
Leveraged Finance Mid-Level Associate Attorney
Location: New York, NY
Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 international law firm, is seeking a highly qualified Leveraged Finance Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join their Global Finance group, recognized for its comprehensive representation of borrowers, lenders, equity investors, and financial advisors. This top-tier team advises on a wide range of financing transactions and is consistently ranked among the best in Nationwide Banking & Finance by Chambers USA. The group’s unique positioning, representing clients across the capital structure, provides a deep understanding of the latest market trends and deal terms in the leveraged finance space.
Candidate Profile:
- JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
- Active Bar Admission in New York.
- 3–6 years of substantive experience in leveraged finance transactions.
- Significant experience representing borrowers, lenders, private equity sponsors, and/or agents in finance deals, including domestic and cross-border acquisitions, recapitalizations, and restructurings.
- Preferred exposure to middle market lending and experience representing alternative financiers, including business development companies (BDCs), hedge funds, and other non-bank lenders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and run key aspects of transactions, from due diligence to closing, as part of a deal team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expert legal counsel in a broad range of leveraged finance transactions, working closely with clients on acquisitions, restructurings, and recapitalizations.
- Represent both borrowers and lenders in complex, cross-border financing transactions, ensuring compliance with market standards and legal requirements.
- Serve as a key member of deal teams, handling responsibilities from initial structuring through transaction closing.
- Collaborate with financial advisors, private equity sponsors, and other stakeholders to negotiate and execute successful financing arrangements.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to join a top-ranked finance group in a firm that is nationally recognized for its excellence in banking and finance. With a highly collaborative and dynamic work environment, the firm fosters professional growth through challenging and sophisticated work on high-profile transactions. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $260,000+, commensurate with class year and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, generous vacation time, 401(k) plan and additional perks. The firm also values work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements and additional wellness benefits.
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.
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