Associate – Asset-Based Finance
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Associate Asset-Based Finance
Location: Hybrid (3 days onsite) New York NY
Compensation: $225000 $365000 base salary
Additional Compensation: Full benefits package performance bonus
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. no visa sponsorship
The Opportunity
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for a prominent law firm seeking a top-tier Transactional Associate with 26 years of experience to join a sophisticated Asset-Based Finance practice.
This role is built for attorneys who have moved beyond execution support and are ready to take ownership of meaningful portions of complex financing transactions. The practice values technical excellence sound commercial judgment and attorneys who can lead deal components with confidence and precision.
Candidates should expect substantive responsibility client interaction and exposure to high-value fast-moving transactions within a collaborative high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities
Interview consideration is based on demonstrated experience performing the following core responsibilities:
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Represent lenders and borrowers in asset-based financing transactions from structuring through closing
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Draft review and negotiate primary and ancillary transaction documents including credit agreements security agreements intercreditor arrangements guarantees and related materials
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Lead discrete components of transactions coordinating due diligence document flow and closing mechanics
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Identify and resolve legal structural and commercial issues arising during complex financings
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Collaborate closely with senior attorneys clients and counterparties to advance deal strategy and execution
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Manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining accuracy responsiveness and organization
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Apply strong negotiation skills to balance legal risk with business objectives
Only candidates with hands-on transactional experience and demonstrated deal leadership will be considered.
Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)
These qualifications are mandatory. Candidates who do not meet all requirements will not be considered for interview.
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26 years of transactional experience in a law firm setting
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Experience gained at an AmLaw 120 firm
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J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials
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Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar
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Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage complex transaction documents
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Proven analytical rigor and attention to detail in high stakes matters
Preferred Qualifications (Strong Differentiators)
Candidates with the following experience will be viewed as standout applicants:
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Substantive experience in asset-based lending transactions
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Background in transportation finance or closely related financing practices
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Track record of increasing responsibility and leadership on complex deals
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Strong commercial judgment and effective client-facing communication skills
Who This Role Is Best Suited For
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Attorneys committed to developing depth in asset-based finance
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Professionals who value long-term growth within a sophisticated transactional practice
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Associates who bring discipline accountability and sound judgment to their work
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Candidates seeking meaningful responsibility rather than résumé-driven lateral moves
HireNow Staffing Disclaimer
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.
Key Skills
- Financial Services
- Financial Concepts
- Accounting
- Corporate Finance
- Analysis Skills
- Securities Law
- Investment Banking
- Microsoft Excel
- Private equity
- Financial Analysis
- Financial Modeling
- Financial Planning
