Debt Finance Associate
Debt Financing Associate | Boston or New York
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its Debt Financing practice in either Boston or New York. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney looking to build a sophisticated finance practice while working with some of the most innovative participants in the startup, venture capital, growth equity, and technology ecosystems.
This role offers substantial exposure to complex financing transactions and direct client interaction from day one. The successful candidate will work closely with venture-backed companies, public companies, investment funds, founders, executive leadership teams, and financial institutions on a broad range of debt financing and secured lending matters. Associates in this group are given significant responsibility, meaningful client contact, and the opportunity to become trusted advisors to both lenders and borrowers throughout the lifecycle of a transaction.
The practice includes advising on a wide variety of financing structures, including venture debt facilities, recurring revenue loans, asset-based lending transactions, growth capital financings, fund finance arrangements, acquisition financings, and other secured and unsecured credit facilities. Attorneys regularly handle transaction structuring, due diligence, drafting and negotiating loan documentation, intercreditor arrangements, collateral matters, and ongoing borrower counseling for both private and public companies.
Qualifications:
- JD class years 2022-2024 preferred
- Prior experience at a BigLaw firm or recognized debt finance boutique
- Admission, or eligibility for admission, in New York or Massachusetts
- Demonstrated experience representing lenders, borrowers, sponsors, funds, or companies in debt financing transactions
- Experience with secured lending arrangements, including venture debt, recurring revenue facilities, asset-based loans, fund finance, and other commercial lending structures
- Exposure to bilateral and syndicated credit facilities is preferred
- Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client management skills
- Interest in working with emerging growth companies, technology businesses, life sciences companies, and venture capital funds
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with significant client interaction
This position offers a unique opportunity to work on market-leading financing transactions while developing deep relationships with entrepreneurs, investors, and high-growth companies. The platform is particularly attractive for associates seeking a combination of sophisticated deal work, strong mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and consistent exposure to the venture and innovation economy.
Compensation:
- Base salary range: $235,000 - $310,000
- Competitive bonus structure and comprehensive benefits package
Associates will have the opportunity to develop a broad financing skill set, work on highly visible transactions, and gain hands-on experience advising clients at every stage of growth, from emerging startups to mature public companies. This is an excellent opportunity for finance associates seeking a practice focused on innovation, growth companies, and cutting-edge lending transactions.
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