Corporate Finance Associate

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate Finance Associate to join its dynamic team in Washington, D.C. This position is ideal for associates with a background in corporate finance, particularly those with experience in borrower-side leverage finance and fund finance. The successful candidate will be involved in high-profile transactions and provide legal counsel on sophisticated finance matters.

Duties:

• Provide legal support on borrower-side leverage finance and fund finance transactions.
• Draft, negotiate, and review complex financing agreements.
• Advise clients on various aspects of corporate finance, including structuring and restructuring deals.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to navigate complex financial transactions.
• Conduct due diligence and manage risk assessment throughout the transaction process.
• Work closely with clients to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Contribute to team efforts on high-value financing projects, ensuring timely and efficient deal execution.

Requirements:

• Between 3 to 7 years of experience in corporate finance law, with a focus on borrower-side leverage finance and/or fund finance.
• Experience handling sophisticated financial transactions and advising clients in corporate finance matters.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance regulations and industry trends.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with clients, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and adept at managing complex transactions under tight deadlines.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the DC State Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in leverage finance and fund finance transactions.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research and due diligence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide strategic legal counsel and risk assessment.
• Highly organized with the capacity to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Retirement plan options, including 401(k).
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Work is conducted in a beautiful office environment for some of the most well known corporations in the world. Exceptionally well regarded by competing legal shops, this firm occupies a solid position in the marketplace, easily sustaining the high quality of its partners and associates. Both high salaries and benefits are parts of the total package.