Senior Debt Finance Attorney (Partner / Counsel)

Senior Debt Finance Attorney (Partner / Counsel)New York, NY | HybridAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Debt Finance Attorney (Partner or Counsel) to join a growing and entrepreneurial law firm in New York City.This role is ideal for an accomplished finance attorney with significant experience advising on complex lending transactions who is seeking greater autonomy, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of a highly regarded Finance practice.The successful candidate will work directly with sophisticated clients, leading complex financing transactions while helping to expand and shape the firm's growing Debt Finance platform.The OpportunityYou will advise borrowers, lenders, private credit funds, family offices and financial institutions on a broad range of domestic and cross-border financing transactions.The role offers significant responsibility, direct client relationships and the opportunity to independently lead sophisticated transactions from inception through closing.This is an excellent opportunity for a senior attorney looking to combine high-quality work with genuine partnership prospects and a more entrepreneurial platform.The RoleYou will lead and advise on a broad range of debt finance transactions, including:Private credit transactionsBespoke secured lendingAcquisition financeLeveraged financeAsset-based lendingCash flow lendingCorporate lending facilitiesSponsor-backed financingsRecapitalisations and refinancing transactionsCross-border lending transactionsGeneral corporate finance mattersYou will work closely with borrowers, lenders and private credit providers throughout every stage of a transaction, delivering commercially focused advice and practical solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities will include:Leading complex debt finance transactions from origination through closingStructuring, negotiating and documenting secured and unsecured lending facilitiesAdvising on bespoke private credit and direct lending transactionsNegotiating credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements and related finance documentationCoordinating multi-jurisdictional transactions and managing transaction teamsAdvising clients on transaction structuring, execution strategy and risk allocationManaging client relationships and acting as a trusted commercial adviserSupervising and mentoring junior attorneysSupporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the Finance practiceCandidate RequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess:Significant experience in debt finance gained at a respected mid-sized or large law firmExtensive experience independently leading secured lending and private credit transactionsStrong drafting and negotiation skills across complex finance documentationExperience managing sophisticated borrower and lender-side mandatesExcellent commercial judgement and technical abilityStrong client relationship management skillsA proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in helping grow a practiceQualificationsApplicants should have:J.D. from an accredited law schoolActive admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility for admission)Senior-level experience in Debt Finance, Leveraged Finance, Banking & Finance or Private CreditExperience working with sophisticated financial institutions, private credit funds or corporate borrowersWhy Consider This Opportunity?This role offers an exceptional platform for experienced finance attorneys seeking greater influence, autonomy and long-term career progression.Highlights include:Opportunity to join a growing and entrepreneurial Finance practiceHigh level of autonomy leading sophisticated transactionsDirect client relationships and business development opportunitiesExposure to market-leading private credit and secured lending workCollaborative and partner-led environmentGenuine pathway to Partnership for the right individualStrong infrastructure and platform to support practice growthLocation & Working PatternLocation: New York CityWorking Arrangement: HybridCompensationAn excellent compensation package is available and will be highly competitive, commensurate with experience, existing practice and level of seniority.ApplyIf you're an experienced Debt Finance attorney looking to join a dynamic platform where you can take ownership of sophisticated transactions while helping shape the future of a growing practice, we'd be delighted to speak with you.To apply confidentially or learn more about this opportunity, please email your CV to View email address on click.appcast.io or get in touch for a confidential discussion.Senior Debt Finance Attorney (Partner / Counsel)New York, NY | Hybrid