Venture & Growth Finance Associate

DLA Piper•San Diego, CA

2d•$235,000 - $260,000•Hybrid

About The Position

DLA Piper is seeking a Finance associate to join its Venture & Growth subgroup in its San Diego, San Francisco, or Los Angeles office. Candidates must have at least two years of lender-side representation experience in commercial finance matters and be admitted to practice in the jurisdiction where they are applying. Experience representing banks and/or private credit funds on loans to technology, life sciences, and/or middle-market companies is preferred. The associate will conduct legal research and analysis, prepare legal documents and other written work product, provide responsive client service, collaborate across practices and offices, exercise sound professional judgment, and comply with legal and professional standards. The role also involves managing and supporting complex transactional matters from inception through closing and post-closing, performing due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, advising on transaction structure and regulatory considerations, supporting deal execution, participating in negotiations, and coordinating closings. This position offers the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement combining remote and in-office work. The specific arrangement is determined at hiring and may be modified at the firm's discretion. The role is primarily sedentary and may involve occasional domestic and international travel.

Requirements

A minimum of two years of lender-side representation experience in commercial finance matters.
Admitted to practice in the state or jurisdiction in which applying.
JD from an accredited law school.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and good business and professional judgment.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Conceptual thinking, persuasive communication, and management skills.
Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience representing banks and/or private credit funds on loans to technology, life sciences, and/or middle-market companies.

Responsibilities

Conduct legal research and analysis to support client matters, legal strategy, and decision-making.
Prepare legal documents, correspondence, memoranda, and other work product.
Build and maintain internal and external client relationships by delivering responsive, practical, high-quality legal services.
Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals across practices and offices to support client objectives.
Exercise sound professional judgment, identify legal and business risks, and develop practical solutions.
Ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory, ethical, and professional standards.
Participate in ongoing training and development.
Contribute to firm initiatives, professional organizations, community service activities, and pro bono programs.
Manage and support complex domestic and cross-border transactional matters from inception through closing and post-closing activities.
Conduct legal due diligence, analyze findings, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
Draft, review, negotiate, and revise contracts, transaction documents, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
Structure transactions and advise on legal, regulatory, business, and operational considerations.
Support deal execution by managing timelines, coordinating workstreams, and facilitating communication among transaction parties.
Participate in negotiations with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate transaction closings, including closing documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
Analyze and advise on regulatory requirements, governance matters, and compliance considerations affecting transactions.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams and business professionals to deliver integrated solutions.
Communicate effectively, produce high-quality work, respond to correspondence promptly and professionally, meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, comply with firm policies, and maintain confidences.