Associate Attorney, Debt Finance, 3-6 years
The People Of: Professional Services · Ohio, United States · 3 mo ago
FinanceFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Represent lenders, arrangers, agents, and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral credit facilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of loan and finance documents
- Advising on secured lending structures, including first lien, second lien, and unsecured transactions
- Support leveraged acquisitions, revolving credit facilities, and term loan financings
- Conduct and manage due diligence processes, including organizational and lien review
- Cook up and execute complex deal closings
- Negotiate third-party deliverables such as control agreements and related instruments
- Collaborate closely with clients across industries, including financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and middle-market companies
What Sets This Role Apart
- Exposure to a broad mix of financing structures and industries
- Opportunity to work on both domestic and cross-border matters
- Strong deal flow with immediate hands-on responsibility
- Supportive team environment with mentorship from experienced attorneys
- Clear advancement trajectory within a growing practice
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 3–6 years of debt finance or secured lending experience
- Strong background in drafting and negotiating credit and loan documentation
- Familiarity with secured transactions, including UCC Article 9
- Experience managing diligence and closing processes
- For more senior candidates: exposure to legal opinions and related diligence
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Prior experience working in a law firm is required
Compensation
- Competitive compensation package with a base salary in the range of $220,000–$250,000, plus performance-based bonus potential.