Associate

Associate, Sponsor Finance - Chicago

  • LocationChicago, Illinois
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience3–5 PQE
  • Compensation$235k–$365k
  • PracticeFinance & Banking

A global law firm

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Mid-level associate role on a Sponsor Finance team within a corporate finance practice in Chicago. The role focuses on leveraged and sponsor-backed transactions across private equity, private credit and bank-led financings.

You will work on complex financings including acquisition financings, leveraged buyouts, refinancings, incremental facilities and bespoke credit structures, advising sponsors, borrowers, private credit funds, alternative lenders and banks.

The team offers a collaborative, high-performance environment with a competitive compensation and benefits package and support for professional development.

  • 3-5 years' experience in leveraged/sponsor finance or related banking transactions
  • Experience representing private equity sponsors, borrowers, private credit funds, alternative lenders and/or banks
  • Track record on acquisition financings, leveraged buyouts, refinancings, incremental facilities and bespoke credit structures
  • Active member of the Illinois bar (required)
  • Strong drafting, deal execution and client-management skills

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