Mid-Level Associate, Private Equity Debt Finance — Washington, DC

Join a national finance team in Washington, DC as a mid-level associate focused on private equity debt finance. The role centers on representing private equity sponsors and financial lenders (banks and private credit) on term and revolving loan facilities supporting leveraged buyouts, acquisition financings and corporate growth transactions.

Day-to-day work includes drafting and negotiating commitment papers, credit agreements and related collateral and intercreditor documentation. The team emphasizes cross-practice collaboration and a collegial, entrepreneurial culture.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate strong finance transactional experience, excellent written and oral communication skills, and bar admission or prompt eligibility for admission.

• Experience representing private equity sponsors and/or lenders on leveraged finance transactions (term and revolver facilities).
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating commitment letters, credit agreements, collateral and related financing documentation.
• Outstanding academic background and comparable firm transactional experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; relevant bar admission or eligibility required.