310k to 365k
Job Description
Corporate Legal Associate - Debt Finance Specialist
Location : New York City
About Our Client : Our Client is an Am Law 100 law firm with over 500 attorneys serving clients worldwide. Their corporate practice offers a blend of comprehensive legal expertise and practical business counseling, enabling clients to clarify goals, find solutions, and achieve results across varied business transactions. The firm's corporate attorneys advise on a wide variety of issues affecting commercial, financial, and industrial enterprises, both publicly and privately owned.
Responsibilities :
- Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of debt financing transactions, including :
Senior Secured Lending : Advise on the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of senior secured credit facilities.
Mezzanine Financing : Handle complex mezzanine financing arrangements, including subordinated debt and equity components.Acquisition Financing : Counsel clients on financing strategies for mergers and acquisitions, including leveraged buyouts.Asset-Based Financing : Guide clients through the intricacies of asset-based lending, including collateral valuation and monitoring.Venture Debt Financing : Assist startup and growth-stage companies with venture debt agreements to support their capital needs.Intercreditor Arrangements : Negotiate and draft intercreditor agreements to manage relationships between different classes of creditors.Work with private equity sponsors from either the borrower or lender side, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements while achieving business objectives.Draft, review, and negotiate various financing documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, guarantees, and other related documentation.Conduct due diligence and advise clients on potential risks and legal implications of financing transactions.Collaborate with team members and other departments within the firm to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.Stay updated on legal developments and industry trends in the debt finance space to provide proactive advice to clients.Work from the office approximately 60% of the time, in accordance with the firm's published guidelines, to foster collaboration and team synergy.Qualifications
Qualifications :
Graduated with a JD or LLM from an ABA-accredited law school.Admitted or eligible for admission in New York.4 years of experience in debt finance and private equity.Demonstrated expertise in senior secured lending, mezzanine financing, acquisition financing, asset-based financing, venture debt financing, and intercreditor arrangements.Proven experience working with private equity sponsors from either the borrower or lender side.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.High level of professionalism in working and engaging with demanding clients, ensuring client satisfaction and fostering long-term relationships.Strong organizational skills and extreme attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in legal documentation and client interactions.Ability to balance and prioritize competing priorities and responsibilities, demonstrating effective time management skills.Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities, with a focus on contributing to a positive and productive team environment.Why is This a Great Opportunity
Compensation and Benefits :
Salary range : $310,000 to $365,000.Bonus eligible, providing additional compensation based on performance and firm profitability.Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.Join a dynamic and professional team where your expertise in debt financing will be valued and where you can make a significant impact. If you meet the qualifications and are looking for an opportunity to advance your career in a leading law firm, we encourage you to apply.
Locations New York
Salary : $310,000 - $365,000
