Equipment Finance Associate - Thriving Full-Service Law Firm

Our client, an AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a talented Equipment Finance Associate with four to six years' experience to join their top-ranking team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled associate to advise clients on complex equipment finance transactions.

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As an Equipment Finance Associate, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive legal advice to clients on a wide range of equipment finance matters. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile aircraft finance transactions, collaborating with an impressive roster of clients. These clients span the aviation industry spectrum, including prominent airlines, export credit agencies, operating lessors, asset managers, investment funds, finance companies, and aircraft manufacturers.

The role involves participating in complex financial deals, such as:

• Large-scale mergers and acquisitions in the aviation sector
• Structuring and execution of aircraft-related asset-backed securities
• Portfolio debt financings for multiple aircraft
• Capital market transactions for structured multi-aircraft financings
• Sale and leaseback arrangements
• Individual aircraft sales
• Negotiation of maintenance, repair, and overhaul agreements

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on equipment finance transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Draft, review, and negotiate finance documents, including loan agreements, security agreements, and leases
• Conduct thorough due diligence on potential transactions, assessing risks and opportunities
• Collaborate with senior colleagues and other professionals to provide comprehensive legal advice
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives
• Support and mentor junior associates, delegating tasks effectively

Requirements

• Admission to the New York Bar
• Strong understanding of legal documentation related to asset finance
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work and client service

Company Overview

Our client is a thriving full-service law firm with a rich history of cultivating long-term relationships with clients across various industries. With over 400 lawyers and professionals in multiple offices throughout the United States and internationally, the firm offers a unique blend of finance, corporate, labor and employment, and litigation expertise. Known for their market-leading practices in global transportation finance, middle-market finance/M&A, executive compensation, and employment class actions, the firm has built enduring relationships with marquee organizations since its founding in the 1950s.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare program
• Backup child care and elder care
• Tax-favorable medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and commuter benefits
• Wellness program, including corporate gym memberships
• Time off for birth/adoption and nursing mothers' room/Milkstork service
• Business-casual workplace
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly newsletters on financial, work/life balance, and other matters
• Firm-sponsored community and charitable events

Alongside this generous benefits package, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative environment that values your growth and development. The firm fosters a "we're all in this together" mentality, ensuring that you feel supported and empowered to achieve your professional goals.

How to apply

Please reach out to Larissa at Real Legal Recruitment for further details on this position or send an application to her at larissa@reallegalrecruitment.com attaching your resume.

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