Debt Finance Junior Partner

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP seeks a Junior Partner to join its Debt Finance Practice in Stamford. You will lead financing transactions from structuring through closing, advising lenders and borrowers on complex debt financings and related documents.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of finance experience at a law firm or in-house, strong leadership, and a proven track record in business development and client management.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 7+ years of finance experience at a law firm and/or in-house.
• Strong experience with senior secured and mezzanine finance transactions; fund finance a plus.
• Deep understanding of loan documentation, the UCC, and collateral structures.
• Proven ability to lead complex transactions and manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead financing transactions from structuring through closing (senior secured, mezzanine, acquisition financings, refinancings).
• Advise clients on financing structures, risk allocation and negotiated positions.
• Draft and negotiate principal financing documents (credit and loan agreements, note purchase agreements, security agreements, intercreditor agreements, guarantees).
• Oversee due diligence, conditions precedent, closing deliverables and post-closing requirements.
• Mentor and supervise associates and paralegals, contributing to professional development.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship growth.

Skills

Finance transactions

Leadership

Client relationship mgmt

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Partner to join our Debt Finance Practice. This role is ideal for an experienced finance attorney with a strong background in commercial lending transactions and a demonstrated track record of client advising, matter leadership, and business development. The candidate should have substantial experience representing lenders and/or borrowers in complex debt financing transactions, including senior secured lending, mezzanine financings, acquisition financings, refinancings, and related financing matters. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of advising clients, leading sophisticated financing transactions, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee financing transactions from structuring through closing, including senior secured financing transactions, mezzanine financings, acquisition financings, refinancings and recapitalizations, syndicated and bilateral credit facilities
• Serve as strategic advisor to clients on financing structures, risk allocation, and negotiated positions
• Draft, review, and negotiate principal financing documents, including:
• credit and loan agreements
• note purchase agreements
• security agreements
• intercreditor agreements
• guarantees and related ancillary documents
• Advise clients on lending structures, including secured facilities, collateral packages, perfection issues, and intercreditor arrangements
• Provide guidance on mezzanine, second-lien, subordinated debt structures, and related financing arrangements
• Oversee transaction execution, including due diligence, conditions precedent, closing deliverables, and post-closing requirements
• Work closely with clients, opposing counsel, local counsel, and internal teams to ensure efficient transaction execution
• Mentor and supervise associates and paralegals and contribute to internal training and professional development initiatives
• Contribute to business development efforts, including building and maintaining client relationships, and identifying growth opportunities

Skills & Qualifications:

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• 7+ years of finance experience at a law firm and/or in-house
• Strong experience with senior secured and mezzanine finance transactions, fund finance experience a plus
• Deep substantive understanding of loan documentation (including security and guaranty provisions and perfection requirements), the UCC, and collateral structures
• Proven ability to lead complex transactions and oversee teams effectively
• Strong client management and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrated business development capability and interest in growing a practice
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and project management skills
• Ability to manage complex transactions and multiple deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and a client-service-oriented approach
• Team-oriented with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset

Finn Dixon is based in Stamford, Connecticut and currently maintains a hybrid work environment with candidates generally expected to be in office at least 2 days per week.