Debt Finance Attorney: 1st-5th year

Role Overview

Cooley LLP is hiring for a Senior Debt Finance Associate. Candidates must have 1 to 5 years of experience representing lenders, borrowers and/or private equity sponsors in debt financing transactions. Ideal candidates will also have a working knowledge of secured lending transactions, experience in closing transactions, and familiarity with drafting documents and issues lists in connection with those transactions. Knowledge of Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code, acquisition financing (including commitment letters), debt securities offerings (high‑yield and/or convertible notes), and general corporate law are also preferred.

• JD or equivalent law degree with demonstrated high academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school.
• Demonstrated training and development experience at a large law firm.
• Ability to work on multiple diverse projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail reflected in produced work.

The expected annual pay range for this position is $225,000‑$365,000. Final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience, and skill set of the candidate.

We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre‑tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long‑term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults, and other parental support benefits. Firm‑paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short‑term medical benefits, accruing vacation time at the rate of four weeks per year, sick time at the rate of two weeks per year, and 10 paid holidays each year are also provided.

New employees receive comprehensive benefit orientation and have access to generous parental leave and fertility benefits.

EOE.