Associate Attorney, Debt Finance, 3-6 years

The People Of: Professional Services; Kentucky; On-site; USD 220,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services seeks an Associate Attorney in Debt Finance in the United States with 3–6 years of experience to join a collaborative team handling sophisticated mid-market transactions.

You will advise lenders and borrowers on financings, draft and review loan documents, manage diligence, and close complex deals, with strong mentorship and clear opportunities for growth in a busy finance practice.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of debt finance or secured lending experience.
• Strong drafting and negotiating of credit and loan documents.
• Familiarity with secured transactions, including UCC Article 9.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders, arrangers, agents, and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral credit facilities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of loan and finance documents.
• Advise on secured lending structures, including first lien, second lien, and unsecured transactions.
• Support leveraged acquisitions, revolving credit facilities, and term loan financings.
• Conduct and manage due diligence processes, including organizational and lien review.
• Coordinate and execute complex deal closings.
• Negotiate third-party deliverables such as control agreements and related instruments.
• Collaborate closely with clients across industries, including financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and mid-market companies.

Skills

Debt financing experience

Credit & loan documentation

Diligence management

Negotiation skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate Attorney, Debt Finance, 3-6 years

Location: Cleveland Ohio/ Columbus Ohio

A highly regarded and rapidly expanding debt finance practice is seeking a talented associate with 3-6 years of experience to join a dynamic and collaborative team. This is an opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions alongside experienced practitioners in a practice known for handling complex financings across a diverse client base.

The Opportunity

You will play a central role in advising lenders, borrowers, and financial sponsors on a wide range of financing matters. The work is both varied and substantive, offering exposure to middle-market transactions as well as select large-cap and cross-border deals. This position provides meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and a clear path for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent lenders, arrangers, agents, and borrowers in syndicated and bilateral credit facilities
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of loan and finance documents
• Advise on secured lending structures, including first lien, second lien, and unsecured transactions
• Support leveraged acquisitions, revolving credit facilities, and term loan financings
• Conduct and manage due diligence processes, including organizational and lien review
• Coordinate and execute complex deal closings
• Negotiate third-party deliverables such as control agreements and related instruments
• Collaborate closely with clients across industries, including financial institutions, private equity sponsors, and mid-market companies

What Sets This Role Apart

• Exposure to a broad mix of financing structures and industries
• Opportunity to work on both domestic and cross-border matters
• Strong deal flow with immediate hands-on responsibility
• Supportive team environment with mentorship from experienced attorneys
• Clear advancement trajectory within a growing practice

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3-6 years of debt finance or secured lending experience
• Strong background in drafting and negotiating credit and loan documentation
• Familiarity with secured transactions, including UCC Article 9
• Experience managing diligence and closing processes
• For more senior candidates: exposure to legal opinions and related diligence
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Prior experience working in a law firm is required

Compensation

Competitive compensation package with a base salary in the range of $220,000-$250,000, plus performance-based bonus potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious associate seeking high-quality work, strong mentorship, and long-term career progression within a thriving finance practice.