Mid-Level Associate — Private Equity Debt Finance, Santa Monica

Leading national law firm seeks a mid-level associate to join its Debt Finance team in the Santa Monica office. The role focuses on representing private equity sponsors, banks and private credit lenders on leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings and corporate growth financings.

Day-to-day work includes drafting and negotiating commitment papers, credit agreements and collateral documentation across term and revolving facilities. The team is collaborative and handles sponsor- and lender-side transactions across a range of industries.

• Experience representing private equity sponsors and/or banks or private credit lenders on leveraged loan facilities, acquisition financings or similar transactions
• Hands-on drafting and negotiation of commitment letters, credit agreements and collateral/security documents
• Strong academic record and prior firm experience at a comparable law firm
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly