Debt Finance Associate (1–5 yrs): Lenders & Closings

Cooley LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Generous vacation time

Parental leave and fertility benefits

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Debt Finance Attorney with 1-5 years of experience in debt financing transactions. Ideal candidates will represent lenders and borrowers, possess a JD from a recognized law school, and demonstrate a detailed-oriented approach to their work. The expected annual pay range for this position is $225,000–$365,000, with a benefits package including health insurance and generous parental leave. This is a full-time associate position located in New York, NY.

Qualifications

• 1 to 5 years of experience representing lenders, borrowers or private equity sponsors in debt financing transactions.
• Demonstrated high academic achievement.
• Training and development experience at a large law firm.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in debt financing transactions.
• Draft necessary documents and address related issues.
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.

Skills

Working knowledge of secured lending transactions

Experience in closing transactions

Familiarity with drafting documents

Knowledge of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code

Understanding of debt securities offerings

Education

JD or equivalent from a nationally recognized law school

Job description

A national law firm is seeking a Debt Finance Attorney with 1-5 years of experience in debt financing transactions. Ideal candidates will represent lenders and borrowers, possess a JD from a recognized law school, and demonstrate a detailed-oriented approach to their work. The expected annual pay range for this position is $225,000–$365,000, with a benefits package including health insurance and generous parental leave. This is a full-time associate position located in New York, NY.