Associate Attorney – Asset Based Finance

Elgen Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 386,000 - 441,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Three days in-office / two days remote

Health and wellness plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Elgen Staffing is assisting a business-focused law firm in New York seeking an Associate Attorney with expertise in Asset Based Finance. The role involves transactions across aircraft, railcars, ships and other asset classes with opportunities for business development and client interaction.

The candidate should have 2–6 years of transactional experience at a law firm, a J.D. degree, and be admitted in New York or pursuing admission, with a hybrid work model and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of transactional experience at a law firm.
• Experience in asset-based/ leveraged/ secured lending or related areas.
• Drafting loan documents and managing loan transactions.
• Experience handling multiple matters concurrently.
• Interest in transactions involving aircraft, railcars, ships and esoteric assets.
• J.D. degree and good academic credentials; NY admission in good standing or in process.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with shareholders and participate in business development and client-facing activities.

Skills

Asset-based finance

Leverage finance

Secured lending

Capital markets

Private equity

Project finance

Securitization

Structured finance

Drafting loan documents

Managing multiple matters

New York admission (NY Bars)

Education

J.D. degree or equivalent

Job description

Associate Attorney – Asset Based Finance

New York, New York

08/12/2025

Compensation: 280000-320000. / Hourly

Our client, a business-focused law firm services clients of all sizes and industries across the United States, has an immediate need for an experienced Asset Based Finance Attorney, to join their winning team in New York.

Our candidate of choice will work closely with shareholders and to participate in business development and client-facing activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• You have 2 – 6 years of transactional experience at a law firm.
• You have experience in one or more of the following: asset-based finance, leveraged finance, secured lending, capital markets, private equity, project finance, securitization and/or structured finance.
• You have experience drafting loan documents and managing loan transactions.
• You have experience managing multiple matters simultaneously.
• You have a desire to focus on transactions involving aircraft, railcars, ships and other esoteric asset classes.
• You have a J.D. degree (or its equivalent) and strong academic credentials.
• You are admitted in (and in good standing with), or taking steps to become admitted in, New York.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salarycommensurate withclass year and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Opportunity to make traditional pre-tax and/or post-tax Roth 401K contributions through payroll deductions; plans are administered by Vanguard.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along withoptional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, andwellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off:Competitive time off package includingvacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training & professional development programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• We offer top-tier, interesting work in a more personalized work environment.
• We allow you to accept as much responsibility and client contact as you are ready to assume.
• We provide substantial professional development assistance in the form of training, mentoring and performance feedback.
• Our compensation and benefits structure is competitive.
• We offer a hybrid work policy with three days a week in-office attendance and two days remote.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount programs, pre-tax commuter benefits,back up child & elder care, Milk Stork, Employee Assistance Program (EAP),fitness center discounts and more.

Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role!

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