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Finance (Sponsor Finance) Associate Attorney (Junior-Mid Level)

Direct Counsel

Aurora, CO 80012 • $260,000 to $390,000 / yr • 10/22/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Finance (Sponsor Finance) Associate Attorney

Locations: Denver, CO; New York, NY; San Francisco, CA

Direct Counsel is seeking a Finance (Sponsor Finance) Associate Attorney to join a premier Am Law firm with a sophisticated finance practice. The ideal candidate will have 2–6 years of finance experience at a top-tier law firm, with a focus on representing private equity sponsors, private companies, and other borrowers in secured financing transactions.

Responsibilities:

  • Represent private equity sponsors, private companies, and other borrowers in secured financing transactions.

  • Handle acquisition financings, refinancings, and other complex financing transactions.

  • Work collaboratively with attorneys and clients on fast-paced, sophisticated transactions.

  • Analyze and communicate complex legal and business matters clearly and effectively.

  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

  • Contribute to firm and practice group initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • 2–6 years of finance experience at a top-tier law firm.

  • Significant experience representing private equity sponsors, private companies, and other borrowers.

  • Experience with secured transactions, particularly acquisition financings and refinancings.

  • Strong initiative and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and client relationship skills.

  • Strong interest in professional growth and taking on increased responsibility.

Salary: $260,000–$390,000 annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and other factors, plus potential discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.