Global Leveraged Finance Associate

Perkins Coie LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Health and wellbeing benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking an Associate in New York to engage in a high-volume portfolio of transactions, focusing on acquisition finance, fund finance, and restructuring. The ideal candidate will have expertise in leveraged finance and a J.D. from a top-tier law school.

This full-time role offers flexible working options, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic global practice. Salary banding ranges from $225,000 to $420,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leveraged finance within a large global firm or recognized boutique finance practice.
• Ability to draft, review, and negotiate primary loan documentation.
• Comfortable working across borders and time zones.

Responsibilities

• Engage in a high-volume, diverse portfolio of transactions including acquisition finance and restructuring.
• Provide legal expertise and support for debt transactions.
• Collaborate with international offices for transaction execution.

Skills

Leveraged finance

Debt structures

Loan documentation

Commercial awareness

Cultural competency

Education

J.D. or LL.M. from a top-tier law school

Job description

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking an Associate in New York to engage in a high-volume portfolio of transactions, focusing on acquisition finance, fund finance, and restructuring. The ideal candidate will have expertise in leveraged finance and a J.D. from a top-tier law school.

This full-time role offers flexible working options, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a dynamic global practice. Salary banding ranges from $225,000 to $420,000 per annum.