Debt Finance Associate Attorney

Debt Finance Associate AttorneyA leading international law firm is seeking a Debt Finance Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing lenders, borrowers, and private equity sponsors in sophisticated debt financing transactions.Compensation$225,000 – $260,000Ideal Background1–3 years of debt finance, banking, or commercial finance experience gained at a large law firmExperience representing lenders, borrowers, and/or private equity sponsors in debt financing transactionsExperience with secured lending transactions, including drafting, negotiating, and closing financing transactionsExperience preparing and managing transaction documents, closing checklists, and issues listsWorking knowledge of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code requiredExperience with acquisition financings, commitment letters, debt securities offerings, high-yield offerings, and/or convertible notes is preferredFamiliarity with general corporate law principlesStrong drafting, analytical, organizational, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple sophisticated transactions simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detailExcellent academic credentials from a nationally recognized law schoolJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law school requiredIllinois bar admission required or ability to become admittedWhy This OpportunitySophisticated debt finance platformRepresentation of premier lenders, borrowers, and private equity sponsorsExposure to complex secured lending and acquisition financing transactionsSignificant client interaction and responsibilityStrong mentorship and professional developmentCollaborative AmLaw 50 environment