Finance and Restructuring Associate

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a skilled Finance and Restructuring Associate to join its Finance & Restructuring practice group. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of corporate finance transactions, including loan originations and real estate financings. The firm’s team provides services to financial institutions, public and private companies, and private credit. The position is available across multiple offices and offers a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 6 years of experience in corporate finance, with strong document drafting and client management skills.

Location:

• Des Moines, IA

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate corporate finance documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, and intercreditor agreements.
• Provide legal counsel on covenant compliance and financial regulatory matters.
• Lead due diligence teams and manage legal specialists on complex finance transactions.
• Advise financial institutions, borrowers, and clients on commercial finance and real estate financing matters.
• Manage multiple assignments, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of legal services.
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external stakeholders to address financial and restructuring issues.

Requirements:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in corporate finance or restructuring.
• Proven experience drafting finance-related documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, and intercreditor agreements.
• Strong advisory experience related to covenant compliance and transaction structuring.
• Ability to lead and manage due diligence teams effectively.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in the relevant state jurisdiction(s).

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills.
• Knowledge of corporate finance transactions, loan originations, and real estate financings.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Client-focused with the ability to maintain and develop client relationships.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.

Benefits:

• Eligibility for productivity and discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Hybrid work schedule offering a flexible blend of remote and in-office work.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement.

This firm has built a reputation as having the pre-eminent lawyers in the Midwest and the nation. They handle complex transactional and litigation matters, and represent the Whos Who of Corporate America. It is a full service firm, with half of its lawyers concentrating in litigation and trial matters. It has several offices in the Midwest, as well as in a number of European countries. This firm handles matters for established companies in issues related to mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, private placements and complex and high-exposure litigation cases. Its lawyers come from top regional and national law schools, and possess exceptional academic credentials. The environment at the firm is collegial and you feel you are part of something exclusive when you walk through its halls.