Finance Associate - Global Transportation Finance - Chicago, Los Angeles, or Dallas
About Our Client
We are working with a highly regarded, internationally recognized Top-Tier law firm known for its leading finance practice and strong presence across major U.S. and international legal markets. This firm provides its attorneys with sophisticated, high-profile transactions, a dynamic team environment, and a commitment to career development. If you're looking for a firm that offers challenging work, direct client engagement, and a clear growth trajectory, this could be the right opportunity for you.
About the Role
This firm is seeking a Finance Associate to join its Global Transportation Finance team in Chicago, Los Angeles, or Dallas. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in transactional finance and a strong background in financing, leasing, acquisition, and restructuring transactions involving aviation, rail, maritime, and other equipment assets.
What You'll Do
- Work on complex domestic and international transactions involving asset-based finance, structured finance, and secured lending
- Handle transactions related to aviation, maritime, rail, and other transportation sectors
- Draft and negotiate finance and leasing agreements, credit facilities, and security agreements
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and participate in business development initiatives
- Manage multiple deals simultaneously, coordinating across global jurisdictions and industry sectors
What We're Looking For
- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- 2-5 years of transactional finance experience in a law firm setting
- Experience in structured finance, leveraged finance, capital markets, maritime, private equity, project finance, real estate finance, or aviation finance is a plus
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Admission to practice in the applicable jurisdiction (or in the process of obtaining admission)
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
What's in It for You?
- Cutting-edge finance transactions with top-tier clients
- Clear career progression path, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities
- Competitive compensation ($235,000 - $300,000 base salary)
- Multiple bonus programs, including: Annual discretionary bonus, billable hours incentive bonus and new revenue origination bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and wellness programs
- Hybrid work model (three days in-office, two days remote)
This is an exciting opportunity to join a premier finance practice that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, let's connect.