New York City | Hybrid

Private Equity Debt Finance Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Private Equity Debt Finance Associate Attorney to join its New York office.

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

Ideal Background

• 3–5 years of debt finance experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing private equity sponsors, banks, direct lenders, private credit funds, and other financial institutions

• Experience handling leveraged buyout financings, acquisition financings, recapitalizations, refinancing transactions, dividend recapitalizations, and general corporate lending matters

• Experience drafting and negotiating commitment papers, credit agreements, collateral documents, security agreements, guaranties, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documents

• Experience with term loan facilities, revolving credit facilities, asset-based lending, unitranche financings, and syndicated credit facilities

• Experience managing financing transactions from initial structuring through closing while coordinating with borrowers, lenders, sponsors, and multidisciplinary deal teams

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated financing transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier Debt Finance platform

✅ Sophisticated private equity and leveraged finance transactions

✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors, banks, and private credit lenders

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility on complex financings

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

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

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174