Mid-Level Venture & Growth Associate Attorney (Multi Office)
Pernini Legal See More Job Openings by This Employer
Locations: MA (Boston) | NY (New York) | CA (Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco)HYBRID
A top-10 AmLaw firm is seeking a talented mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Finance practice, focusing on lender-side commercial finance. The role is open to attorneys based in Boston, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, or San Francisco, with a hybrid in-office schedule.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing national finance practice representing leading banks and private credit funds in deals with technology, life sciences, and middle-market companies.
Candidate Profile
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JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
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Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
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4+ years of substantive experience in commercial finance at an AmLaw 100 firm or peer institution.
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Strong background in lender-side representation, including structuring and negotiating credit facilities and secured transactions.
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Industry experience in tech, life sciences, and middle-market lending is preferred.
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Comfortable handling deal execution and leading workstreams with appropriate oversight.
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Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, writing, and persuasive communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. The ideal candidate will be an influential force with a strong business acumen.
Key Responsibilities
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Represent lenders, banks, and private credit funds in a wide variety of loan transactions.
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Draft, review, and negotiate loan documents, security agreements, and intercreditor arrangements.
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Advise on commercial finance structures, including venture debt, acquisition finance, and working capital facilities.
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Collaborate closely with clients, opposing counsel, and cross-practice teams throughout the transaction lifecycle.
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Support internal knowledge management and mentor junior attorneys as appropriate.
Why Join Us?
Join a firm that’s as ambitious as you are. As a key member of the nationally-recognized finance team, you’ll work alongside seasoned attorneys representing leading banks, private credit funds, and institutional lenders across high-growth sectors including technology and life sciences. You’ll gain hands-on deal experience, build long-term client relationships, and be supported by a collaborative, inclusive culture that values growth, innovation, and excellence. If you're looking to advance your practice in a dynamic environment where your work matters—this is the place.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to range from $310,000 – $420,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors. Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; generous vacation; professional development support; commuter benefits; and wellness programs.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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- $310,000 - $420,000/year
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