Mid-Senior Level Finance Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Senior Level Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in New York City, NY, seeks a highly skilled Finance Associate Attorney with experience in lender-side or sponsor-side finance. This role involves handling complex financial transactions, including acquisitions, buyouts, restructurings, and special situations.

Duties:

• Represent lenders such as investment banks, commercial banks, and business development companies in sophisticated financing deals.

• Advise private equity sponsors and corporate borrowers on various financial transactions.

• Structure and negotiate loan agreements, credit facilities, and security arrangements.

• Oversee financing aspects of mergers and acquisitions, buyouts, and restructurings.

• Conduct due diligence, draft legal documentation, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to close transactions efficiently.

Requirements:

• Significant experience in finance law, specifically representing lenders or sponsors in complex transactions.

• Strong background in structuring and negotiating financial deals.

• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education:

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

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in corporate finance and lending structures.

• Strong negotiation and contract drafting abilities.

• Exceptional communication and client management skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with legal teams.

Job Location:

• New York City, NY

This international, mid-sized New York firms core areas of practice include corporate, litigation, bankruptcy, real estate, tax, and trusts and estates. The firm maintains a friendly relaxed atmosphere and many of its attorneys are well known nationally. Associates receive early responsibility as well as good training. Office space at this firm is among the nicest of any firm in New York, and attorneys frequently socialize outside of the office. In addition, attorneys receive competitive salaries and benefits.