Finance & Transactions Associate Attorney

Elgen Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 280,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Retirement planning

Comprehensive health and wellness plans

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Employee discount programs

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A law firm seeking an experienced Finance & Transactions Associate Attorney to join their team in New York. This role involves working closely with shareholders, managing loan transactions, and engaging in client-facing activities. The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have a J.D. degree and relevant finance experience.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of commercial finance experience at a law firm.
• Experience with drafting loan documents and managing transactions.
• Experience managing multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong academic credentials and a J.D. degree.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with shareholders and participate in business development.
• Engage in client-facing activities.
• Thrive on excellent client service.

Skills

Commercial finance experience

Drafting loan documents

Managing loan transactions

Managing multiple matters

Strong academic credentials

Legal admission criteria

Education

J.D. degree or equivalent

Job description

Finance & Transactions Associate Attorney

New York, New York

08/12/2025

Compensation: 280000-320000. / Annually

Our client, a business-focused law firm services clients of all sizes and industries across the United States, has an immediate need for an experienced Finance & Transactions Associate Attorney, to join their winning team in New York.

Our candidate of choice will work closely with shareholders and participate in business development and client-facing activities, and will be provided a platform that supports and encourages career development and thrives on excellent client service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.
• You are admitted in (and in good standing with), or taking steps to become admitted in, the applicable jurisdiction (Illinois, New York or Texas).

WE OFFER:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Please apply today to be immediately considered for the role!