BANKING & FINANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

TRANSACTIONAL LENDING FOCUS

Location: New York, NY

Our client, an AmLaw 150 global law firm, is seeking a talented Banking & Finance Associate Attorney to join its thriving Finance Practice in New York. This role is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious attorney who thrives in a high-performance, collaborative environment and is eager to take on substantial responsibility in complex lending transactions.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing
• 2–4 years of substantive banking and finance experience
• Experience in transactional lending, preferably leveraged lending
• Background drafting and negotiating commitment papers, term sheets, credit agreements, and security documents
• Exposure to direct lending or private equity sponsor-side work preferred
• Experience advising banks or acting as lending counsel is a plus
• Soft Skills: Strong drafting, analytical, communication, and organizational abilities
• Proven ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate transactional documents, including commitment letters, term sheets, credit agreements, and security documentation
• Support leveraged finance transactions for lender-side and borrower-side clients
• Conduct due diligence and identify legal and commercial risks
• Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Manage workstreams and coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams
• Partner with attorneys across related practices to execute complex financing matters

Why Join Us?

This is a compelling opportunity to join a distinguished finance practice group at a prestigious global law firm. Attorneys in this group enjoy direct client interaction, hands-on responsibility, and meaningful experience with market-moving lending transactions from day one. The firm fosters a supportive, team-oriented culture and provides structured professional development. The New York office offers a collegial, entrepreneurial environment with a commitment to inclusivity. For the right candidate, this is a launchpad for long-term growth and advancement within a premier legal platform.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Annual base salary is expected to range from $235,000 – $310,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; HSA/FSA plans; 401(k) plan; 529 College Savings Plan; paid parental leave; time off; wellness initiatives; and employee assistance programs

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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