Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Finance Associate to join the Banking and Finance Practice Team in Kalamazoo, MI. This role involves assisting in a variety of transactions representing commercial lenders and borrowers, including working capital lines of credit, term loan facilities, real estate facilities, and asset-based lending.

Duties

• Assist in structuring, negotiating, and documenting credit facilities.
• Represent both borrowers and lenders in commercial finance transactions.
• Manage single- and multi-bank deals, including secured and unsecured facilities.
• Maintain high responsiveness and attention to detail across multiple projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in commercial finance transactions.
• Experience with both borrowers and lenders in finance deals.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Exceptional customer/client service skills.
• Admission to the Michigan bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Excellent academic credentials.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

This premier law firm is a full-service provider of legal counsel, highly values diversity and inclusivity. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Chambers USA, and The Best Lawyers in America as one of the best law firms in the USA. This firm values flexibility and work/ life balance. The work atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and encouraging, but also challenging. The firm values its attorneys and provides support and opportunities that help them create a successful career. The benefits of this firm include 401(k) plan, paid Bar Association fees, expense account for business, development purposes, medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, parking, all needed technology, and more. The requires a minimum total of 2,000 billable hours per year. This firm commitment to society includes financial contributions to a mixture of organizations, pro bono services, helping schools in their educational programs. The firms invest in outside of work experiences, such as summer picnics, holidays, birthday celebrations, and other spontaneous events.