3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm in New York City is seeking a qualified Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of proven legal experience handling sophisticated leveraged financing transactions and will be responsible for providing legal guidance to clients in structuring and executing leverage finance transactions. The Mid-Level Associate Attorney will also be expected to draft and review various financing documents, support clients during and after transactions, and stay current on industry trends and legal developments.

Duties

• Represent private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies and/or financial institutions in debt financing transactions.
• Assist and provide legal guidance to clients in structuring and executing leverage finance transactions.
• Draft and review various financing documents, including credit and service agreements, high-yield bond indentures, commitment letters, term sheets, security and guarantee agreements, and inter-creditor and subordination agreements.
• Support clients during and after transactions by providing legal advice to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Stay current on industry trends and legal developments related to leveraged financing transactions.

Requirements

• 4-5 years of proven legal experience handling sophisticated leveraged financing transactions.
• 4-5 years of equivalent experience at a large law firm representing private equity sponsors, corporate borrowers, and/or lenders with leverage finance transactions.
• The high degree of attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
• Strong academic record and a . degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to and a member in good standing of the New York Bar.
• Experience working in a global team environment is preferred.

Education

• . degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to and a member in good standing of the New York Bar.

Skills

• Legal expertise in leveraged financing transactions.
• Drafting and reviewing financing documents.
• Legal guidance and compliance.
• Attention to detail and analytical abilities.
• Global team collaboration.

Job Location

New York City, NY

Legal