Finance Associate Attorney

Finance Associate Attorney - San Francisco, California
Direct Counsel is seeking a Finance Associate Attorney to join a highly respected Am Law firm in its San Francisco office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 3-6 years of experience representing private equity sponsors, private companies, and other borrowers in sophisticated secured financing transactions. The successful candidate will join a premier finance practice handling complex acquisition financings, refinancings, and other strategic lending transactions while working closely with clients and colleagues in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Represent private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and corporate borrowers in secured financing transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, commitment letters, security documents, and related financing agreements.
• Advise clients on acquisition financings, refinancings, recapitalizations, and other leveraged finance transactions.
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence and transaction execution processes.
• Coordinate with lenders, opposing counsel, and transaction parties to facilitate successful closings.
• Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, private equity, and finance practice groups.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while providing practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Manage multiple sophisticated transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership and good standing with the California Bar.
• 3-6 years of experience in finance transactions at a leading law firm.
• Significant experience representing private equity sponsors, private companies, and borrowers in secured lending transactions.
• Experience with acquisition financings and refinancing transactions strongly preferred.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Demonstrated client relationship and business judgment skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Outstanding academic credentials.

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognized finance practice known for handling sophisticated and high-profile lending transactions. Attorneys in this group receive substantial responsibility, direct client interaction, meaningful mentorship, and the opportunity to work alongside highly regarded practitioners in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
Compensation: $260,000 - $390,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, plus potential bonus eligibility.
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k); generous parental and family-building benefits; flexible time off; wellness resources; bar membership support; professional development programs; pro bono opportunities; and additional firm-sponsored benefits.