What are the responsibilities and job description for the Debt Finance Associate Attorney position at Direct Counsel?
Direct Counsel is seeking a Debt Finance Associate Attorney to join a highly respected Am Law firm.
Location
Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Milwaukee, WI; New York, NY; or Salt Lake City, UT
Overview
Direct Counsel is partnering with a top-tier Am Law firm to identify a talented Debt Finance Associate to join its Finance Practice Group. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of sophisticated debt finance transactions in a collaborative, nationally recognized practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Support a broad range of debt finance transactions from inception through closing
- Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, loan documents, and related ancillary materials
- Advise clients on credit facilities and other complex financing arrangements
- Collaborate closely with partners and cross-functional teams to efficiently advance transactions
- Manage day-to-day deal execution, including coordinating diligence and closing processes
- Maintain direct client contact and contribute to relationship development
Qualifications
- 3–6 years of debt finance transactional experience (lender-side, borrower-side, or both)
- Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated client service orientation and sound professional judgment
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- Active bar membership in good standing (or ability to obtain admission in the relevant jurisdiction)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $260,000 – $390,000, depending on experience and other factors
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Disability and life insurance
- Adoption assistance
- Backup dependent care
Salary : $260,000 - $390,000