Finance Associate (Mid-Level)

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm specializing in finance is seeking a Mid-Level Finance Associate to join their team. The candidate should have 3 to 6 years of experience in complex financing transactions, particularly in senior secured and mezzanine financings. Responsibilities include representing lenders and borrowers, drafting and negotiating relevant agreements, and managing deal execution. The role requires strong communication, drafting skills, and the ability to supervise junior staff. This is a full-time position based in Stamford, Connecticut.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in finance at a law firm.
• Deep understanding of loan documentation, the UCC, and collateral structures.
• Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Represent financial institutions and borrowers in financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate credit and loan agreements.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals.

Skills

Strong experience with senior secured lending transactions

Excellent drafting and negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Education

JD from an ABA accredited law school

Job description

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We are seeking a mid-level Finance Associate (3–6 years) to join our Finance Practice. The ideal candidate will have experience representing lenders and/or borrowers in a variety of complex financing transactions, including senior secured and mezzanine financings.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent financial institutions, private lenders, private equity sponsors, and borrowers in financing transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate 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, and perfection issues)
• Manage deal execution from term sheet through closing, including coordinating conditions precedent and closing deliverables
• Work closely with clients, opposing counsel, local counsel and internal teams to ensure efficient transaction execution
• Provide guidance on mezzanine and second lien financings, subordinated debt structures, and intercreditor arrangements
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals
• Handle ongoing client matters, e.g. amendments, waivers, refinancings, and restructurings

Skills & Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• 3–6 years of experience in finance at a law firm
• Strong experience with senior secured lending transactions; mezzanine finance experience strongly preferred
• Deep understanding of loan documentation (including security and guaranty provisions and perfection requirements), the UCC, and collateral structures
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple deals and deadlines with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and a client‑service–oriented approach
• Team‑oriented with a proactive and solutions‑driven mindset

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

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