Corporate / Sponsor Finance Associate Attorney

Job Description
Job Description
Chicago | Hybrid
Corporate / Sponsor Finance Associate Attorney
AmLaw 50 Opportunity
Compensation
$310,000 – $450,000+
A leading international law firm is seeking a
Corporate / Sponsor Finance Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, lenders, and corporate borrowers in sophisticated acquisition financings, leveraged finance transactions, and sponsor-backed deals.
Ideal Background

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3–6 years of finance, leveraged finance, sponsor finance, or corporate transactional experience

• Experience representing private equity sponsors, lenders, borrowers, or portfolio companies preferred
• Experience with acquisition financings, leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, and growth financings
• Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, commitment papers, security agreements, and related transaction documents
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Experience at a large law firm finance or corporate practice preferred

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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity
Elite sponsor finance and private equity platform
Sophisticated acquisition and leveraged finance transactions
Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility
Strong mentorship and professional development
Partnership-track opportunity
Collaborative global practice
Interested?
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174