Leveraged Finance & Fund Finance Associate

DLA Piper; New York; Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper in the United States is seeking a Leveraged Finance & Fund Finance Associate with 2+ years PQE. You will work on Private Credit and Fund Finance transactions within the Leveraged Finance subgroup, supporting lead arrangers and lenders across marquee deals in New York and Los Angeles.

You will advise on direct loans, NAV loans, and corporate borrowings, coordinating with borrowers, issuers and corporate teams to structure, negotiate and close financing arrangements.

Qualifications

• 2+ PQE as of August 2026 focusing on Leveraged Finance and Fund Finance.
• Experience handling Private Credit and Fund Finance transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advising lead arrangers, direct lenders, sub‑line lenders and NAV lenders on complex leveraged finance deals.
• Collaborating with borrowers, issuers and corporates across debt capital markets.

Skills

Leveraged Finance

Fund Finance

Debt Capital Markets

Job description

Leveraged Finance & Fund Finance Associate

2+ PQE August 6, 2026 (14 days ago)

$235,000 - $310,000

Employment type

Full-time

Practice area

• Debt Capital Markets
• Fund Finance
• Leveraged Finance

Locations

• New York City
• Los Angeles

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Overview

• The role focuses on Private Credit and Fund Finance transactions within DLA Piper's Leveraged Finance subgroup.
• The practice primarily advises lead arrangers, direct lenders, sub line lenders, and NAV lenders, and also works with borrowers, issuers, and corporates.