Chicago - Finance Junior Level Associates

The Finance group in the Chicago office is looking for junior-level associates (Class of 2023-2022), with general debt finance experience, including drafting and negotiating commitment papers, security agreements, credit agreements and other loan documents, UCC experience as well as general corporate experience. High level of academic achievement and solid law firm experience preferred. The starting base salary for this Chicago position is expected to be between $260,000-$310,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job‑related factors, consistent with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year‑end bonus. In addition, associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions. These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and match those interests with the legal needs in the community. *Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year. EEO Statement Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking. #J-18808-Ljbffr Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP