Corporate Associate - Finance

About the role

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Responsibilities

• Practice in all phases of general commercial, civil and business litigation matters with a national and international client base.
• Demonstrate proficiency independently drafting and negotiating sophisticated contracts, including EPC agreements, design-build documents, alternative delivery contracts, supply and purchase agreements, service and engineering agreements, and consulting agreements, for large-scale energy, transportation, and industrial infrastructure projects.
• Manage due diligence teams, lead document drafting, and advise on critical commercial terms such as risk allocation, indemnification, insurance, bonding, and other essential clauses.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on complex financial transactions, including loan originations and real estate financings.
• Lead due diligence teams, manage specialists, and draft documents for financial transactions involving private credit lenders or borrowers.

Requirements

• Exceptional academic credentials.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Superior writing and analytical skills.
• Active bar membership.
• Experience in relevant fields such as business litigation, construction transactions, corporate finance, and real estate.

Qualifications

• Recent clerkship experience is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision.

Skills

• Strong legal writing skills.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation and drafting.
• Experience with due diligence processes.
• Knowledge of financial instruments and lending practices.
• Ability to manage and lead cross-functional teams.

Benefits

We are committed to providing equitable access to employment for all and welcome qualified applicants with disabilities who meet the qualifications of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations. If you need an accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to recruiting@faegredrinker.com to let us know the nature of your request.

Pay

• Level 2-4: $170,000 - $280,000
• Level 5-7: $205,000 - $325,000

Schedule

Our in-office work policy asks all attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, striking a balance between in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service, while also supporting individual flexibility and work-life balance.