Banking amp Finance Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Chicago is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Banking & Finance practice. The role involves advising on a variety of financing transactions, requiring 2 to 6 years of experience and a Juris Doctor. Candidates should possess strong drafting and negotiating skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality legal solutions.

Benefits

Annual discretionary merit-based bonus

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Flexible Time Off (FTO) program

Paid holidays and generous parental leave

Access to mentoring and training academies

Qualifications

• 2 to 6 years of experience in banking and finance at a law firm.
• Member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a variety of debt finance transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements and other lending documents.
• Advise on private credit facilities and syndicated loans.

Skills

Knowledge of debt finance structures

Legal drafting skills

Negotiating skills

Communication abilities

Organizational skills

Commercial awareness

Detail-oriented

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is currently hiring an Associate Attorney with 2 to 6 years of experience to join its Banking & Finance practice group. This role involves advising lenders and borrowers on a broad spectrum of financing transactions, including private credit deals, syndicated loans, and growth capital investments, across both domestic and international markets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong transactional background, a client-first mindset, and thrive in a collaborative legal environment.

Location:

Chicago, IL

Duties:

Represent clients in a variety of debt finance transactions

Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements and other lending documents

Advise on private credit facilities, syndicated loans, and growth capital financings

Coordinate with teams across offices and practice areas on complex deals

Deliver responsive, business-oriented legal solutions to clients

Contribute to an inclusive, high-performing team culture

Requirements:

2 to 6 years of experience in banking and finance at a law firm

Proven ability to manage and support sophisticated finance transactions

Strong work ethic and commitment to top-tier client service

Member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar

Must meet local licensing requirements for the office location

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

For California roles: Admission or eligibility upon completion of the California Bar Exam

Skills:

In-depth knowledge of debt finance structures and documentation

Strong legal drafting and negotiating skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Organized and capable of managing multiple workstreams

Commercial awareness and a collaborative mindset

Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

Bonus:

Annual discretionary merit-based bonus

Health & Insurance:

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Wellness & Lifestyle:

Backup care for children, elders, and pets

Retirement:

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Time Off:

Flexible Time Off (FTO) program

Paid holidays and generous parental leave

Professional Development:

Access to mentoring, shadowing opportunities, retreats, and training academies

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : [phone]
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