NY- Finance Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Software Placement Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision

401(k) and college savings plans

Paid family leave

Wellness programs

Backup childcare and transportation

Pet insurance

College coach

Job summary

Software Placement Group seeks a Mid-Level Finance Associate Attorney in New York to join its expanding structured finance practice. You will represent lenders in sophisticated financing deals, draft loan documents, and oversee due diligence and deal execution with cross-office teams.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years’ CLO experience, a NY Bar, and a strong JD from a top law school. A fast-paced environment and a collaborative, high-performing team characterize this role.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with strong academics.
• Active Bar Admission in New York.
• 3–5 years’ experience with investment banks or asset managers in CLO transactions.
• Experience with acquisition financings, cross-border financings, and syndicated facilities.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent lenders in a broad range of financing transactions, including acquisition financings and syndicated credit facilities.
• Draft and negotiate loan documents and related transactional materials.
• Coordinate and conduct due diligence, and oversee all aspects of deal execution.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop and implement deal strategies.
• Work closely with cross-office teams on multi-jurisdictional matters.

Skills

CLO transactions

Negotiation

Drafting

Due diligence coordination

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York Bar Admission

Job description

Location: New York, NY | Schedule: Full-time, on-site | Compensation: $260,000-$365,000

Overview

A prominent, large law firm is seeking a talented Mid-Level Finance Associate Attorney to join its rapidly-expanding structured finance practice in New York. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance-focused attorney to work on sophisticated transactions in a dynamic and growing office.

What you'll do

• Represent lenders in a broad range of financing transactions, including acquisition financings and syndicated credit facilities
• Draft and negotiate loan documents and related transactional materials
• Coordinate and conduct due diligence, and oversee all aspects of deal execution
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop and implement deal strategies
• Work closely with cross-office teams on multi-jurisdictional matters

Required qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record
• Active Bar Admission in New York
• 3-5 years of substantive experience representing investment banks and/or asset managers in structuring and documenting collateralized loan obligation transactions
• Demonstrated experience with acquisition financings, cross-border financings, and syndicated credit facilities
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience at a large law firm is strongly preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Expected base salary range of $260,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience and market factors
• Eligibility for a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) and college savings plans
• Paid family leave and vacation
• Wellness and mental health support
• Backup childcare and transportation benefit
• Additional benefits such as pet insurance and college coach

Why this role

This role offers the chance to build a finance practice within a high-performing, collaborative environment at a firm known for its innovative client service and commitment to attorney development, working alongside respected attorneys on complex, market-shaping transactions.