Leveraged Finance Associate - NY Transactions

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in New York is seeking a Banking and Finance associate with 2–5 years of transactional lending experience, preferably leveraged lending. The role involves drafting and negotiating commitment papers, term sheets, credit agreements and security documents, with emphasis on direct lending or sponsor-side private equity matters.

Candidates must be admitted to the New York Bar. The salary range is $235,000–$310,000, with exact compensation based on skills and

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of transactional lending experience, preferably leveraged-lending.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commitment papers, term sheets, credit agreements and security documents.
• Preference for direct lending or private equity sponsor-side experience, or experience with banks and lending counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commitment papers, term sheets, credit agreements and security documents for transactional lending deals.
• Support leveraged-lending and sponsor-side matters as needed.
• Collaborate with the Finance & Restructuring team to ensure compliance with applicable law and firm standards.

Job description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP in New York is seeking a Banking and Finance associate with 2–5 years of transactional lending experience, preferably leveraged lending. The role involves drafting and negotiating commitment papers, term sheets, credit agreements and security documents, with emphasis on direct lending or sponsor-side private equity matters.

Candidates must be admitted to the New York Bar. The salary range is $235,000–$310,000, with exact compensation based on skills and