Leveraged Finance Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) plan.

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Short Hills, NJ seeks a finance associate specializing in fund finance and private credit transactions to join its Leveraged Finance subgroup. The candidate should have strong research and writing abilities to support complex deals.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited law school, admission to New Jersey, and a minimum of four years of leverage finance experience; AmLaw 100 exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of leverage 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 and reasoned legal documents.
• Assist/manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with professionals to develop innovative strategies.
• Participate in high-level legal activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to firm programs and community involvement.

Skills

Fund finance

Communication skills

Research skills

Analytical ability

Collaboration

Education

JD degree

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks a finance associate with a focus on fund finance and private credit transactions to join its Leveraged Finance subgroup in Short Hills, NJ. 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 and reasoned legal documents.
• Assist/manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with other professionals to develop innovative strategies.
• Participate in high-level legal activities.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to firm programs and community involvement.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of leverage 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 New Jersey.

Skills

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

Benefits

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