Associate Lawyer- Asset Based Finance

Associate Lawyer – Asset-Based Lending

New York | Hybrid
Top-of-Market Compensation | Premium Work | Real Responsibility

A nationally recognized business law firm is expanding its New York finance team and is seeking a high-performing Associate (2–6 years) with strong experience in asset-based lending and secured finance.

This is a strategic growth hire. The firm is actively investing in its finance platform and is offering compensation at or above market for the right candidate.

Why Consider This Move?

Youll receive:

• Top-of-market compensation (competitive with leading national firms)
• High-value, sophisticated finance work
• Leanly staffed deals with real drafting responsibility
• Direct client access — not just back-office support
• A transparent and realistic partnership track

If youre currently billing significant hours but not getting meaningful ownership, this is a materially different opportunity.

The Work

You will represent:

• Major financial institutions
• Private credit funds
• Direct lenders
• Corporate borrowers

Transactions include:

• Asset-based lending facilities
• Leveraged and cash-flow financings
• Syndicated and club deals
• Acquisition financings
• Multi-jurisdictional secured transactions

Associates are expected to take ownership of core drafting and negotiation responsibilities, manage diligence streams, and run workstreams directly with clients.

What Were Looking For

• 2–6 years of finance experience at a reputable law firm
• Strong background in asset-based or secured lending
• Excellent drafting skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously
• Commercial mindset and client-facing confidence

This is ideal for associates who want to:

• Be more than a mid-level cog
• Build deeper client relationships
• Position themselves for partnership
• Maintain high-level work without unnecessary internal politics

Culture & Structure

• Hybrid work model
• Competitive billable expectations aligned with sustainability
• Partners who are accessible and invested in development
• Clear performance metrics and advancement criteria
• Strong business development and marketing support

The environment is sophisticated but not performative — high standards, serious clients, and a team-oriented culture.

Confidential discussions welcomed, contact me here https://www.linkedin.com/in/perrybarrow/

If you are a strong finance associate looking for top compensation, better responsibility, and long-term upside — this is worth exploring.