Boston | Hybrid

Private Equity Debt Finance Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000

A premier AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a Private Equity Debt Finance Associate Attorney to join its Boston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, commercial banks, direct lenders, private credit funds, and borrowers in sophisticated leveraged finance and acquisition financing transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–5 years of debt finance experience gained at a national or international law firm

• Experience representing private equity sponsors, commercial banks, private credit funds, direct lenders, and borrowers

• Significant experience handling leveraged buyout financings, acquisition financings, corporate growth financings, recapitalizations, and syndicated and bilateral credit facilities

• Experience drafting and negotiating commitment letters, commitment papers, credit agreements, security agreements, guaranties, collateral documents, intercreditor agreements, and other financing documents

• Experience with term loan facilities, revolving credit facilities, secured lending transactions, and complex financing structures

• Working knowledge of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and secured lending principles

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated financing transactions while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary deal teams

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills

• Excellent academic credentials

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

• Massachusetts bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Elite Private Equity Debt Finance platform

✅ Sophisticated leveraged finance and acquisition financing work

✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors, commercial banks, and private credit lenders

✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship, professional development, and partnership-track opportunities

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment with market-leading compensation and benefits

Interested?

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. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174