Mid/Senior-level Finance Attorney

Job Overview:

A leading law firm is seeking a highly skilled mid/senior-level Finance Associate to join its New York office. This position is ideal for candidates with 2-8 years of experience in representing lenders or corporate borrowers in commercial bank loans, alternative lender loans, and institutional term loans. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-profile finance transactions with prominent clients across various sectors. The firm offers competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Represent clients, including lenders and corporate borrowers, in a wide range of finance transactions, including commercial bank loans, alternative lender loans, and institutional term loans.
• Draft, negotiate, and review loan agreements, security agreements, and other finance-related documents.
• Provide legal guidance on structuring, documenting, and negotiating complex loan and credit facilities.
• Advise clients on legal issues related to financing transactions, credit agreements, and regulatory compliance.
• Work closely with clients and internal teams to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Manage client relationships and develop business opportunities.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and support staff.

Requirements:

• 2-8 years of experience in finance law, with a focus on commercial bank loans, alternative lender loans, and institutional term loans.
• Experience representing lenders or corporate borrowers in complex finance transactions.
• Ability to handle high-pressure transactions and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Education:

• JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Admission to the relevant state bar (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly).

Skills:

• Expertise in commercial bank loans, alternative lender loans, and institutional term loans.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and work with clients directly.
• Familiarity with finance regulations and compliance issues.
• Client-focused approach with a track record of building relationships.
• Ability to lead and mentor junior associates.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off and vacation policies.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

This international, mid-sized, and young New York office has attorneys with a wide array of experience in antitrust law and commercial litigation; corporate finance and securities law; employment litigation and labor; project finance and development; real estate and mortgage finance; restructuring, insolvency and reorganization, and transactions based in Latin America. Although they only offer relatively competitive salaries, their team-oriented and informal environment -- where even the most senior partners are associates, mentors, and friends -- is conducive to quality and success.