Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Associate Attorney

Software Placement Group, SPG; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Software Placement Group (SPG) is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group in New York. You will handle complex domestic and cross‑border restructurings, distressed financings, and related transactions in a fast‑paced, sophisticated setting.

This full‑time, hybrid role offers a competitive compensation range of $235,000 – $390,000+, a robust benefits package, discretionary bonuses, and significant client exposure with cross‑functional teams

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the applicable jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3–7 years of experience in restructuring, bankruptcy, and/or special situations finance transactions.
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings and liability management transactions.
• Experience representing creditors, debtors, sponsors, or financial institutions in distressed scenarios.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex restructuring and insolvency matters.
• Advise creditors, debtors, and investors in distressed financings.
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements and related documents.
• Support liability management transactions and distressed M&A.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including finance, corporate, and litigation attorneys.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Job description

Location: New York, NY (also considering Los Angeles, Orange County, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Denver, Dallas, Houston, and Washington, D.C.) | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid | Compensation: $235,000 – $390,000+

Overview

A leading large law firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its Restructuring & Special Situations Finance Practice Group. This is a compelling opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border restructuring matters, distressed financings, and special situations transactions within a sophisticated and fast‑paced practice.

What you'll do

• Represent clients in complex restructuring and insolvency matters, both in‑court and out‑of‑court
• Advise creditors, debtors, and investors in distressed and special situations financings
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, restructuring support agreements, and related transaction documents
• Support liability management transactions, recapitalizations, and distressed M&A opportunities
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including finance, corporate, and litigation attorneys

Required qualifications

• JD from a top‑tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in applicable jurisdiction, in good standing
• 3–7 years of substantive experience in restructuring, bankruptcy, and/or special situations finance transactions
• Familiarity with Chapter 11 proceedings, out‑of‑court restructurings, and liability management transactions
• Experience representing creditors, debtors, sponsors, or financial institutions in distressed scenarios
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills

Preferred qualifications

• Large law firm experience preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary: $235,000 – $390,000+, commensurate with experience and class year
• Discretionary and performance‑based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, professional development resources, and additional firm-sponsored benefits

Why this role

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded restructuring and finance practice working on high‑profile, complex matters across industries, known for its strategic, business‑oriented approach and collaborative culture, with hands‑on experience and meaningful client exposure.