Associate - Finance & Transactions (Dallas, TX)

Vedder; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 310,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance policies

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Vedder is seeking Finance associates for their Dallas office to join the Finance & Transactions team. This role requires 4-6 years of commercial finance experience at a law firm, including drafting loan documents and managing transactions. The firm fosters a hybrid work model encouraging career development and collaboration.

Compensation is competitive, ranging between $310,000 - $360,000 annually, with comprehensive benefits that support both professional growth and personal well-being.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of commercial finance experience at a law firm.
• Experience with drafting loan documents and managing transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Admitted in the applicable jurisdiction (Texas).

Responsibilities

• Join the Finance & Transactions team in the Dallas office.
• Work closely with shareholders on client-facing activities.
• Participate in business development initiatives.

Skills

Commercial finance experience

Drafting loan documents

Managing loan transactions

Managing multiple matters simultaneously

Strong academic credentials

Admitted in applicable jurisdiction

Education

J.D. degree (or equivalent)

Job description

At Vedder, we know that great people are key to our success. We understand the importance in offering outstanding opportunities to work in well-respected practices and with talented and experienced colleagues—serving a prestigious client base across the globe. If you want the chance to learn and grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

The Opportunity

We have exciting opportunities for Finance associates to join the Finance & Transactions team in our Dallas office. Our cohesive and collaborative team has a diverse and unique multidisciplinary practice that gives you the opportunity to work closely with shareholders and to participate in business development and client-facing activities. Our platform supports and encourages career development and thrives on excellent client service.

About You

• You have 4-6 years of commercial finance experience at a law firm;
• You have experience with drafting loan documents and managing loan transactions;
• You have experience managing multiple matters simultaneously;
• You have a J.D. degree (or its equivalent) and strong academic credentials; and
• You are admitted in (and in good standing with), or taking steps to become admitted in, the applicable jurisdiction (Texas).

Please Submit The Following Required Documents With Your Application

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Law School Transcript
• Cover Letter (encouraged but not required)

About Us

• 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.

Our Benefits

At Vedder, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our Associates’ contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with class 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 with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation 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.
• 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.

Compensation

• $310,000 - $360,000 annual base salary

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversityand solicit applications from all qualified applicantswithoutregardto race,color,gender,sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability(where applicantisqualifiedto performthe essentialfunctions of the job with or withoutreasonableaccommodations),medicalcondition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who require special assistance or an accommodation during the application and/or recruitment process due to a disability should contact the Vedder HR Department at [e-mail]. All other attorney and summer associate recruitment inquiries should be directed to the Vedder Legal Recruiting Team at [e-mail].