Financial Services – Senior Associate (Transactional)
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a nationally recognized Am Law 200 firm to identify a seasoned Financial Services Senior Associate to support a rapidly expanding transactional finance platform. This role is ideal for an experienced attorney who thrives in complex deal environments and is ready to take on a visible, high-impact position within a collaborative, growth-oriented practice. The firm maintains a strong footprint across the Southeast with national deal flow, offering senior associates the opportunity to work on sophisticated finance transactions while continuing to deepen technical expertise and client-facing responsibilities. As a Senior Associate in the Financial Services practice, you will play a key role in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex financing transactions across multiple industries and asset classes. You will work closely with partners, junior associates, and clients on matters that demand precision, sound judgment, and strong commercial awareness. This position is well suited for attorneys who are confident managing core deal components independently while contributing strategically to larger, multi-party transactions.
Requirements
- 5+ years of transactional law experience , with a focus on finance
- Prior experience at an Am Law 200 firm (required)
- Demonstrated experience working on sophisticated finance transactions
- Strong academic credentials and professional writing skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment
- Willingness to work in a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office) in Charlotte or Charleston
- Not currently barred in North Carolina or South Carolina (firm will support bar admission as needed)
Nice To Haves
- Substantial experience with syndicated loans and leveraged finance
- Exposure to one or more of the following areas: Securitization Renewable energy or project finance Public bonds Real estate finance
- Experience handling multi-party, multi-jurisdictional transactions
- Comfort taking ownership of key deal components with limited oversight
- Strong client-service mindset with commercial awareness
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate documentation for complex finance transactions , including credit agreements and ancillary documents
- Support and lead components of syndicated credit facilities and leveraged finance transactions
- Advise clients on deal structure, risk allocation, and execution strategy
- Collaborate across finance sub-practices to deliver integrated solutions
- Manage transaction timelines, diligence processes, and closing mechanics
- Communicate clearly with clients, lenders, borrowers, and internal stakeholders
- Mentor junior associates and contribute to efficient deal execution
- Maintain exceptional attention to detail while handling multiple active matters
Benefits
- Full, comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
