Philadelphia | Hybrid

Private Equity Debt Finance Associate

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

A leading international law firm is seeking a Mid-Level Private Equity Debt Finance Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded finance practice in Philadelphia.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, banks, private credit funds, and other institutional lenders in sophisticated leveraged finance and acquisition finance transactions.

The Role

• Private equity acquisition financings
• Leveraged finance transactions
• Term loan and revolving credit facilities
• Private credit transactions
• Sponsor-side and lender-side finance matters
• Drafting and negotiating commitment papers
• Drafting and negotiating credit agreements and collateral documents
• Direct client interaction and substantive deal responsibility
• Collaboration with a nationally recognized private equity and finance platform

Ideal Background

• Approximately 3–6 years of finance experience
• Experience representing private equity sponsors, commercial banks, private credit funds, or other institutional lenders preferred
• Experience with leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings, corporate growth financings, and secured lending transactions strongly preferred
• Significant experience drafting and negotiating commitment papers, credit agreements, security agreements, and collateral documentation
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Active Pennsylvania bar admission required or ability to waive in

Why This Opportunity

• Industry-leading private equity and debt finance platform
• Exposure to sophisticated sponsor-side and lender-side transactions
• Significant deal responsibility and client interaction early in your career
• Representation of leading private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and private credit providers
• Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative national and international platform
• Clear long-term growth and partnership potential

Compensation

Expected compensation ranges from approximately $260,000 – $420,000+ depending on class year, experience, and overall qualifications.

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented finance associates with this type of background.

If you're open to a confidential conversation about the Philadelphia market or would like additional information regarding these opportunities, please feel free to reach out directly.

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174