NY Financial Restructuring Finance Associate (Mid-Senior Level)

Paul Hastings LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 310,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in legal services is seeking a Finance Associate to join its dynamic Financial Restructuring Group. This role offers the opportunity to engage in complex debt financing transactions and work closely with private credit funds and investment banks. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in leveraged finance, with responsibilities including managing capital structures and representing clients in both in-court and out-of-court restructuring transactions. This position promises a rewarding career path within a prestigious law firm known for its elite teams and top-tier legal expertise.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in finance law, particularly in debt financing.
• Strong foundation in leveraged finance and curiosity to expand beyond traditional credit work.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing capital structures and represent clients in restructuring transactions.
• Work on new loan originations and assist in workouts and special situations.

Skills

Debt Financing Transactions

Acquisition Financing

Term Loan Facilities

Working Capital Facilities

Commitment Letters

Intercreditor Arrangements

Distressed Credit

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Paul Hastings' Financial Restructuring Group - Finance Associate Position

Paul Hastings' Financial Restructuring Group seeks to hire a Finance Associate with 4-6 years of experience for our NY office. The ideal candidate will have expertise in complex debt financing transactions, including:

1. Acquisition financing (particularly for sponsor-backed middle-market companies)
2. Term loan facilities and working capital facilities
3. Familiarity with commitment letters, sponsor grids, unitranche facilities, and intercreditor arrangements

Our primary clients include private credit and opportunistic debt funds, ad hoc lender groups, and investment and commercial banks. We also represent corporate borrowers and private equity sponsors.

Unique to this role is its position within Paul Hastings's dynamic financial restructuring practice. Responsibilities include working on new loan originations, managing existing capital structures, and representing clients in special situations, workouts, and restructuring transactions, both in and out of court. While experience with distressed credit is advantageous, a strong foundation in leveraged finance and a curiosity to expand beyond traditional credit work are essential.

The salary range for this role is expected to be between $310,000 and $435,000 annually, with actual compensation based on experience and other relevant factors.

About Paul Hastings

We are recognized for our elite teams across finance, M&A, private equity, restructuring, litigation, employment, and real estate. As a premier law firm, we provide top-tier legal expertise and execution globally to leading investment banks, asset managers, and corporations.

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