Banking and Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Banking and Finance Associate with three to six years of experience to join their practice in San Francisco, CA. The role involves representing lenders and borrowers in various debt financings, including private credit transactions, receivables financings, and syndicated credit facilities.

Duties

• Represent clients in domestic and international debt financings.
• Engage in private credit transactions and structured credit deals.
• Handle distressed financings and growth capital financings.

Requirements

• Three to six years of relevant law firm experience.
• Highly motivated with superior client service skills.
• Member of the Bar in a U.S. State.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Bar membership in a U.S. State.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs and family care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program and compensated time off through a Flexible Time Off program.

This preeminent San Francisco firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.