Job Description
(Class of 2018–2021) Location: Chicago | Hybrid Schedule
Summary An elite opportunity for a mid-level Banking & Finance Associate to join one of the nation's top-ranked law firms. Based in Chicago, this role offers the chance to work on complex, high-stakes credit transactions alongside market-leading attorneys. Ideal for a candidate with strong drafting skills, client-facing experience, and a background in leveraged finance, syndicated lending, or acquisition finance. This is a client-facing role with immediate exposure to sophisticated deals and cross-border collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Represent lenders, borrowers, and sponsors in complex syndicated loan and credit transactions
Draft and negotiate a wide range of finance documents, including commitment letters, credit agreements, security agreements, and UCC filings
Handle both secured and unsecured lending transactions, acquisition financings, and restructurings
Advise on credit facility structuring, legal risks, and enforcement strategies
Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams (including M&A, tax, and restructuring) across jurisdictions
Provide mentorship to junior associates and maintain direct client relationships
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic performance
Class years 2018–2021 (typically 4–7 years of post-JD experience)
Licensed in Illinois or eligible to waive into the Illinois Bar
Substantial experience drafting credit and financing documents, including UCC filings and security agreements
Strong grasp of leveraged finance structures, syndicated lending, and general corporate finance
Prior experience at a large law firm or within a top-tier finance practice group
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Must be authorized to work full-time in the U.S.
Please Do Not Apply If You:
Are outside the 2018–2021 class year range
Lack experience with loan document drafting or UCC filings
Have a background solely in litigation, regulatory, or non-transactional practice areas
Are not admitted or eligible for admission to the Illinois Bar
Require a fully remote role, this position follows a hybrid model
Are not authorized to work in the U.S. full-time
Interview Process
Resume & Academic Transcript Review
Introductory Call with Talent Acquisition
First-Round Interview with Partners in the Banking Group
Deal Sheet & Experience Discussion
Final Interview Panel
Offer & Background Check
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