Mid-Level Leveraged Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Mid-Level Leveraged Finance Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience advising lenders, investors, borrowers, and issuers in various leveraged finance transactions.

Duties:

• Counsel clients on leveraged finance matters, including asset-based lending, private placements, unitranche financings, first lien/second lien arrangements, mezzanine financings, and leveraged and investment-grade lending transactions.
• Conducted due diligence, drafted and negotiated transaction documents, and managed closings for various financing transactions.
• Provide clients with legal analysis and strategic advice on regulatory and compliance issues related to leveraged finance.

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the State Bar of North Carolina.
• 3-5 years of experience practicing leveraged finance law, preferably at a large law firm.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, banking regulations, and transactional structures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the North Carolina State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex financial agreements and transaction documents.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Client management skills with a focus on delivering high-quality legal services.

This international law firm has 800 lawyers that work in 17 offices throughout Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. They are a leading practice in the 43 different areas they practice in, including intellectual property, corporate, international, litigation, global finance, and government and regulations.