Securities and Capital Markets Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Securities and Capital Markets Associate to join its Richmond, Virginia office. The successful candidate will support a dynamic borrower-side debt finance practice, working closely with experienced partners across various industries.

Duties

• Represent borrowers and sponsors in leveraged finance transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate financing documentation.
• Manage due diligence, deal execution, and closing processes.
• Advise clients on capital structure and transaction strategy.
• Assist with debt covenant analysis and related agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

Requirements

• J.D. or equivalent from a nationally recognized law school.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in debt financing transactions.
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client and team interaction.
• Virginia State Bar membership required.

Education

• J.D. or equivalent from a nationally recognized law school.

Certifications

• Virginia State Bar membership.

Skills

• Knowledge of secured lending transactions.
• Experience in closing financing transactions.
• Familiarity with Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code.
• Exposure to acquisition financing and M&A transactions.

Benefits

• Collegial and collaborative work environment.
• Hands-on experience from day one.
• Opportunity to work with seasoned partners.
• Commitment to professional development.

This large Virginia office has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work hard in a friendly atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the Virginia office include real estate finance and land use, aviation law, communications law, tax, trust and estate planning, and a wide range of litigation. They also have a significant practice in the areas of corporate finance and intellectual property rights.