Finance and Restructuring Associate

Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm is currently seeking a Finance and Restructuring Associate to join its growing team. The role will involve advising financial institutions, public and private companies, and private credit clients on complex finance transactions. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in corporate finance, loan originations, real estate financings, and covenant compliance. The firm offers a hybrid work environment with multiple office locations to choose from.

Location:

• New York City, NY

Duties:

• Draft and review corporate finance and restructuring documents including loan agreements, security documents, and intercreditor agreements
• Advise clients on compliance with loan covenants and financial regulations
• Manage and lead due diligence teams for commercial finance transactions
• Structure and negotiate loan originations and real estate financings
• Collaborate with clients, financial institutions, and private credit clients to provide tailored financial solutions
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Support senior attorneys in complex finance and restructuring matters

Requirements:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in corporate finance, commercial finance transactions, or restructuring
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating loan, security, and intercreditor agreements
• Strong understanding of covenant compliance and corporate finance law
• Experience in managing due diligence teams and coordinating with specialists
• Ability to handle complex finance and restructuring transactions independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the relevant state bar for the location of the position

Skills:

• Strong legal writing and drafting skills
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments
• Proficient in corporate finance law, loan originations, and real estate financings
• Excellent client interaction and relationship management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools

Benefits:

• Productivity and discretionary bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, accident, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Hybrid work model
• Professional development opportunities and career growth

A Vault 100 firm widely cited for its outstanding mentorship opportunities for new associates and for its prestigious clientele, associates also applaud its impressive pro-bono policies, which consider pro-bono work just as important as billable work in calculating bonuses and advancement. They also cite mobility within the firm and say that lower-level associates often work closely with partners on projects, making growth opportunities abundant to those looking for career development.