Finance Transactions Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Chicago | Hybrid

$260,000 – $420,000+

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Finance Transactions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors, and other financial institutions in sophisticated commercial finance transactions.

• 4–6 years of commercial finance, banking, or secured lending experience gained at a law firm

• Experience representing lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors, and/or financial institutions in sophisticated financing transactions

• Experience handling secured lending transactions, syndicated credit facilities, acquisition financings, and other commercial finance matters

• Experience drafting and negotiating credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documentation

• Working knowledge of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code and secured lending concepts

• Experience managing transaction workstreams and coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, and other advisors

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to work directly with clients and assume significant responsibility

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Sophisticated national finance platform

Representation of premier lenders, borrowers, and private equity sponsors

Exposure to complex secured lending and acquisition financing transactions

Significant client interaction and responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative and team-oriented environment

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174