Leveraged Finance Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a finance associate in Chicago, IL focused on fund finance and private credit transactions. The candidate should have a minimum of four years of leveraged finance experience and admission to practice in Illinois.

The role requires strong written and verbal communication, excellent research and analytical abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of leveraged finance experience.
• Experience with AmLaw 100 firm preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
• Draft well-written legal documents, including briefs and contracts.
• Assist/manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with other professionals to develop case strategies.
• Participate in high-level legal activities such as trials and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to firm programs and community involvement.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Legal research

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Organizational skills

Business judgment

Education

JD degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a finance associate with a focus on fund finance and private credit transactions to join its Leveraged Finance subgroup in Chicago, IL. Candidates should have a minimum of four years of relevant experience in fund finance, private credit, leveraged finance, debt capital markets, and/or structured finance.

Duties

• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis.
• Draft well-written legal documents, including briefs and contracts.
• Assist/manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with other professionals to develop case strategies.
• Participate in high-level legal activities such as trials and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to firm programs and community involvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of leveraged finance experience.
• Experience with AmLaw 100 firm preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Education

• JD degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of Illinois.

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Good business and professional judgment.
• Persuasive communication and management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan.