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Corporate Finance Associate - Palo Alto

$260k - $365k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Debt Capital Markets / Commercial Finance Associate – AmLaw 100 Firm
Location: Palo Alto, CA
Full-Time

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a Corporate Finance Associate with 3–5 years of experience in debt capital markets and/or commercial finance to join its Palo Alto office.

The ideal candidate will have experience representing borrowers or issuers in sophisticated financing transactions, including credit facilities, venture lending, leveraged buyouts, and debt offerings.

Qualifications:

  • 3–5 years of experience in debt capital markets, commercial finance, or corporate finance
  • Borrower-side or issuer-side experience preferred
  • Experience with single-lender and syndicated credit facilities
  • Experience with venture lending transactions, leveraged buyouts, convertible notes, high-yield notes, investment-grade notes, and other structured financial instruments preferred
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment

Compensation & Benefits
The expected salary range is $260,000–$365,000 , depending on experience and associate year level. Discretionary merit-based bonuses may also be awarded.

The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement benefits, paid parental leave, wellness programs, professional development support, paid CLE and bar expenses, and additional employee benefits.

Direct Counsel is conducting a confidential search for qualified candidates.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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