Banking Associate Attorney (Leveraged Finance)

Job Description
Job Description
Banking Associate Attorney (Leveraged Finance)
Locations:
Baltimore, MD | Boston, MA | Charlotte, NC | Denver, CO | Houston, TX | Los Angeles, CA | New York, NY | Philadelphia, PA | Silicon Valley, CA | Washington, DC
Salary:
$260,000–$365,000
Direct Counsel is seeking a
Banking Associate Attorney to join a leading Am Law firm's nationally recognized Corporate & Finance practice. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-to-senior level associate with significant experience in leveraged finance and commercial lending transactions
.

The successful candidate will join a premier national finance team representing lenders, private equity sponsors, and public and private company borrowers in sophisticated domestic and cross-border financing matters. This role offers exposure to a broad range of high-value financing transactions while working alongside nationally recognized finance attorneys in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities
Represent lenders, private equity sponsors, and public and private company borrowers in complex financing transactions.

Structure, draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, loan documents, security agreements, and related financing documents. Advise clients on leveraged finance transactions, acquisition financings, and asset-based lending facilities. Handle syndicated credit facilities, including Term Loan A (TLA) and Term Loan B (TLB) transactions. Represent clients in private credit transactions, note purchase agreements, and sovereign debt financings. Advise clients on Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) matters and secured lending issues.

Manage financing transactions from initial structuring through closing. Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, financial institutions, and internal deal teams to ensure efficient execution of transactions. Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices on sophisticated domestic and cross-border financing matters. Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials. Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where the attorney will practice.

At least 3 years of experience handling leveraged finance, commercial lending, or other sophisticated banking transactions. Significant experience with bank financing transactions and related UCC matters. Experience representing lenders, borrowers, or private equity sponsors in complex financing transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational and project management abilities. Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced practice.

Collaborative mindset with a commitment to exceptional client service. Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary of
$260,000–$365,000
, depending on experience and qualifications. Eligibility for annual performance and discretionary bonuses. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan. Generous paid time off. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Opportunity to work within one of the nation's premier leveraged finance practices, handling sophisticated domestic and international financing transactions with exceptional opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth.