Job Description

Our client is looking for a Senior Associate to join their sponsor finance group.

The firm is open to considering candidates relocating to Chicago, Dallas, Houston or New York; candidates must be admitted or eligible for admission to the Illinois, Texas or New York bar.

Pay Range: $240,000 - $370,000.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree.
• At least 4-6 years of experience in experience representing borrowers, private equity sponsors, financial institutions, direct lenders and other investors in a diverse range of debt finance work, including acquisition financings, dividend and other recapitalizations, asset-based facilities, general working capital facilities, portfolio company management, restructurings, and reorganizations (including debtor-in-possession financings). Borrower side experience in the context of middle market transactions is a plus, but not required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Prior experience managing and mentoring junior associates and staff is a plus

What type of benefits does the firm provide?

• Generous paid time off for its Associates, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave benefits to Associates after six months of service. Reed Smith also provides subsidized back-up child and adult care to our partners and employees through Bright Horizons.
• Pays the annual attorney license fee for all Associate, Counsel and Fixed Share Partners.
• Dress code is “business casual.”
• 401(k) plans, bonus programs and employee benefit plans.