Private Equity Debt Finance - Mid-Level Associate Attorney (Multi Office)

Top Echelon LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Top Echelon LLC, on behalf of a premier AmLaw 50 Debt Finance practice, seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its team and handle complex debt financing transactions for private equity sponsors, banks, and lenders.

Candidates should have 3–5 years experience, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and a record of structuring leveraged loans, credit facilities, and related documents. This hybrid opportunity offers direct client exposure and a path to leadership within a global platform.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing, or eligible to obtain admission promptly.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and financial institutions in sophisticated debt finance transactions, including leveraged buyouts and acquisition financings.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage key financing documents such as commitment papers, credit agreements, and security agreements.
• Advise clients on structuring and execution of senior, mezzanine, and unitranche facilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm’s private equity, M&A, tax, and restructuring teams to deliver transactional support.
• Serve as a key contributor throughout all stages of transactions—from term sheet negotiations through closing.

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction

Job description

PRIVATE EQUITY MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

DEBT FINANCE PRACTICE

Locations: Boston, MA\Philadelphia, PA | Washington, DC | Los Angeles, CA\San Francisco, CA\ Silicon Valley, CA | Santa Monica, CA
ew York, NY
HYBRID

Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a driven mid-level Associate Attorney to join its high-performing Debt Finance Practice Group. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex and high-value debt financing transactions for elite private equity sponsors, direct lenders, and financial institutions across a wide range of industries and deal structures.

Candidate Profile

• JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith astrong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.
• 3–5 years of substantive experience representing private equity sponsors, banks, and/or private credit lenders in connection with leveraged finance transactions.
• Deal Experience: Demonstrated expertise in structuring, drafting, and negotiating term and revolving credit facilities for leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings, and corporate growth.
• Documentation: Strong proficiency in drafting and negotiating commitment letters, credit agreements, and collateral documents.
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm preferred.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical abilities; experience managing complex workstreams and coordinating with multiple stakeholders; proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and financial institutions in sophisticated debt finance transactions, including leveraged buyouts, dividend recapitalizations, and other acquisition financings.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage key financing documents such as commitment papers, credit agreements, and security agreements.
• Advise clients on structuring and execution of senior, mezzanine, and unitranche facilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm’s private equity, M&A, tax, and restructuring teams to deliver comprehensive transactional support.
• Serve as a key contributor throughout all stages of transactions—from term sheet negotiations through closing.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to be part of a market-leading Debt Finance practice that regularly advises on some of the most significant and complex private equity transactions in the industry. Our client provides associates with high levels of responsibility, direct access to clients, and cutting-edge deal experience from day one. You’ll join a collaborative team of exceptional attorneys who are deeply invested in your development and success. The firm’s culture prioritizes mentorship, innovation, and long-term career growth, offering the resources of a global platform with the feel of a close-knit team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation:Annual base salary is expected to range from$260,000 – $365,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and time off; wellness initiatives; and commuter benefits.
• Additional Perks: Include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, FSA/HSA accounts, Dependent Care FSA, long term care, Health Advocate, a range of reproductive health benefits, and a concierge program, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit aresume,law school transcript, andcover letterfor consideration.

Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.

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