Associate

Debt Finance Associate (1st–3rd Year) — Palo Alto

  • LocationPalo Alto, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience1–3 PQE
  • Compensation$225k–$260k
  • PracticeFinance & Banking, Corporate

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An established Debt Finance practice is seeking junior to mid-level associates (1st–3rd year) to join its team in Palo Alto. The role focuses on representing lenders, borrowers and private equity sponsors in a range of debt financing transactions.

Candidates will work across secured lending, transaction closings and the drafting of documents and issues lists. Exposure to acquisition financing, debt securities offerings and general corporate matters is a plus, as is familiarity with Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code.

The position offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, life and disability insurance, parental support and fertility benefits, along with paid vacation, sick time and holidays.

  • 1–3 years of experience representing lenders, borrowers and/or private equity sponsors in debt financing transactions
  • Working knowledge of secured lending transactions
  • Experience closing transactions and drafting documents and issues lists
  • Preferred: knowledge of Article 9 of the UCC, acquisition financing (including commitment letters) and debt securities offerings (including high yield and/or convertible notes)
  • JD or equivalent and strong academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school
  • Training and development experience at a large law firm
  • Ability to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail

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