Banking and Finance Mid-Level and Senior Associates

Job Overview

A law firm seeks mid-level and senior associates to join its Banking and Finance Group in New York. This position offers a broad-based practice with expert training, mentorship, and exposure to high-profile clients and complex matters. The role involves significant partner and client interaction, focusing on syndicated leveraged finance, direct lending, and distressed capital raises.

Duties

• Structure, negotiate, and implement complex financings across various industries.
• Draft and negotiate commercial terms grids, commitment letters, and definitive documentation.
• Manage deal execution and oversee project timelines.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior associates.
• Coordinate with other groups within the firm.

Requirements

• 3-7 years of meaningful experience in leveraged finance transactions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and competing timelines.
• Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong market knowledge.

Education

• High level of academic achievement required.

Certifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Expert training and mentorship.
• Exposure to cutting-edge matters and top-tier clients.

This large international New York law firm is a hard-working, no-nonsense and high-energy firm. It is organized into nine departments: Business Finance & Restructuring; Business & Securities Litigation; Corporate; Corporate Governance; Litigation; Real Estate; Tax; Trade Practices & Regulatory Law; and Trusts & Estates. Although each attorney is a member of a particular department, these departments frequently work together in order to capitalize on the skills of attorneys from different disciplines. Associates are respected and are given early responsibility as well as good training and feedback. Attorneys enjoy an informal work atmosphere and competitive salaries and benefits.