Debt Finance Associate
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Debt Finance Associate
Am Law 100 Firm
3rd – 6th Class Years
New York, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Nashville, Dallas
Firm Overview: A leading national law firm with a strong reputation in the middle-market lending space is seeking a 3rd - 6th-year finance associate to join their growing team. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, this firm offers Big Law talent with a better work-life balance.
The firm’s Debt Finance Practice focuses on both lender and borrower-side work, with a growing presence across several finance verticals:
Venture Debt (representing private credit)
Bank Finance
Specialty Finance (including film & media, franchise finance, and tax credit financing)
The incoming associate will work closely with a senior leader in the practice who is also taking on a co-head role. This position offers exceptional mentorship, direct client exposure, and the opportunity to develop into a future leader.
The firm is also open to 2nd or 3rd-year securitization associates looking to pivot into general finance.
Key Highlights:
- Collaborate with senior partners on sophisticated finance matters.
- Build client relationships and join business development efforts alongside leadership.
- National staffing model providing cross-office collaboration and varied deal exposure.
- Attorneys come from top-tier law firms, creating a sophisticated and supportive atmosphere.
- Hybrid work model: Encouraged to work 2-3 days per week in the office.
- Strong commitment to partner-track mentorship and internal growth.
Ideal Candidate:
- 3rd - 6th-year finance associate with experience in leveraged finance, fund finance, or general finance.
- Open to mentorship and interested in growing into a leadership role.
For more information, reach out to Eilidh Sproul at Montalt Partners