Private Equity Debt Finance Mid-Level Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified mid-level associate to join their Debt Finance group in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will have experience representing private equity sponsors, banks, and private credit lenders in connection with term and revolving loan facilities for leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings, and corporate growth.

Duties

• Represent private equity sponsors and lenders in financial transactions.
• Draft and negotiate commitment papers, credit agreements, and collateral documents.

Requirements

• Outstanding academic credentials.
• Comparable law firm experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage complex financial transactions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

This international firm covers the full range of corporate law practices, and specializes in niche fields such as transportation, food, and carbon markets; its four offices in the state give the firm a strong presence in California. Attorneys in this firm take an entrepreneurial approach to minimizing risks and maximizing outcomes for leading corporations and investors, and are equally comfortable in the courtroom or the conference room.