Associate Attorney

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in New York seeks a Banking & Finance Associate to join a highly regarded finance practice handling sophisticated lending and financing transactions for a diverse client base. You will work alongside experienced partners and senior attorneys on complex domestic financing matters, gaining broad transactional exposure and increasing levels of responsibility.

You will collaborate across corporate and real estate teams, build strong client relationships, and

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of Banking & Finance experience in a law firm.
• Experience with syndicated lending, secured transactions, structured finance, project finance, or similar financing matters.
• Experience in real estate finance is highly desirable.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Admission to the New York Bar is required.

Responsibilities

• Advise borrowers and lenders on a wide range of financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate syndicated loan agreements and other finance documentation.
• Assist with secured lending, structured finance, project finance, equipment leasing, and related transactions.
• Support clients on real estate finance matters where applicable.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, real estate, and other transactional practice groups on multidisciplinary matters.
• Build strong client relationships while managing multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Banking & Finance

Syndicated lending

Drafting & negotiating

Strong communication

Real estate finance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to New York Bar

Job description

An exceptional opportunity is available for a Banking & Finance Associate to join a highly regarded finance practice handling sophisticated lending and financing transactions for a diverse client base.

This position offers the chance to work alongside experienced partners and senior attorneys on complex domestic financing matters while gaining significant client exposure and increasing levels of responsibility. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team that works across multiple practice areas, providing broad transactional experience and excellent opportunities for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise borrowers and lenders on a wide range of financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate syndicated loan agreements and other finance documentation.
• Assist with secured lending, structured finance, project finance, equipment leasing, and related transactions.
• Support clients on real estate finance matters where applicable.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, real estate, and other transactional practice groups on multidisciplinary matters.
• Build strong client relationships while managing multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Candidate Profile

• 2–3 years of Banking & Finance experience gained within a law firm.
• Experience with syndicated lending, secured transactions, structured finance, project finance, equipment leasing, or similar financing matters.
• Experience in real estate finance is highly desirable.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to manage competing priorities and take on increasing responsibility.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Previous experience working in a law firm is required.
• Admission to the New York Bar is required.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus potential.
• Direct mentorship from experienced transactional attorneys.
• Early and meaningful client contact on sophisticated financing matters.
• A collaborative and supportive environment offering clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.