Senior Leveraged Finance Associate — Sponsor-Backed Credit

Holland & Knight LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 365,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Houston seeks a Senior Associate in Leveraged Finance/Private Credit to manage complex transactions and client relationships. Candidates should have 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong drafting skills, and the ability to work in a high-performance environment. This full-time position requires a JD from an ABA-accredited school and offers a competitive salary range of $365,000 – $420,000 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in leveraged finance/private credit.
• Big-law training and experience with complex debt transactions.
• Admission to the bar in relevant jurisdictions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage sponsor-backed acquisition financings and multi-currency deals.
• Interface directly with clients and opposing counsel.
• Negotiate liability management transactions and refinancing.

Skills

Leveraged finance experience

Drafting skills

Strong communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

JD from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

A leading law firm in Houston seeks a Senior Associate in Leveraged Finance/Private Credit to manage complex transactions and client relationships. Candidates should have 5–7 years of relevant experience, strong drafting skills, and the ability to work in a high-performance environment. This full-time position requires a JD from an ABA-accredited school and offers a competitive salary range of $365,000 – $420,000 depending on qualifications.