Job Description

Associate – Asset-Based Finance

Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite) – New York, NY
Compensation: $225,000 – $365,000 base salary
Additional Compensation: Full benefits package + performance bonus
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. — no visa sponsorship

The Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for a prominent law firm seeking a top-tier Transactional Associate with 2–6 years of experience to join a sophisticated Asset-Based Finance practice.

This role is built for attorneys who have moved beyond execution support and are ready to take ownership of meaningful portions of complex financing transactions. The practice values technical excellence, sound commercial judgment, and attorneys who can lead deal components with confidence and precision.

Candidates should expect substantive responsibility, client interaction, and exposure to high-value, fast-moving transactions within a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

Interview consideration is based on demonstrated experience performing the following core responsibilities:

• Represent lenders and borrowers in asset-based financing transactions, from structuring through closing

• Draft, review, and negotiate primary and ancillary transaction documents, including credit agreements, security agreements, intercreditor arrangements, guarantees, and related materials

• Lead discrete components of transactions, coordinating due diligence, document flow, and closing mechanics

• Identify and resolve legal, structural, and commercial issues arising during complex financings

• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys, clients, and counterparties to advance deal strategy and execution

• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and organization

• Apply strong negotiation skills to balance legal risk with business objectives

Only candidates with hands-on transactional experience and demonstrated deal leadership will be considered.

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

These qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not meet all requirements will not be considered for interview.

• 2–6 years of transactional experience in a law firm setting

• Experience gained at an AmLaw 120+ firm

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar

• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage complex transaction documents

• Proven analytical rigor and attention to detail in high stakes matters

Preferred Qualifications (Strong Differentiators)

Candidates with the following experience will be viewed as standout applicants:

• Substantive experience in asset-based lending transactions

• Background in transportation finance or closely related financing practices

• Track record of increasing responsibility and leadership on complex deals

• Strong commercial judgment and effective client-facing communication skills

Who This Role Is Best Suited For

• Attorneys committed to developing depth in asset-based finance

• Professionals who value long-term growth within a sophisticated transactional practice

• Associates who bring discipline, accountability, and sound judgment to their work

• Candidates seeking meaningful responsibility rather than résumé-driven lateral moves

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.

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