James Noble

Private Equity Associate Placed by Fintelligent on behalf of a leading global law firm 3–5 years PQENew York, NYPrivate EquityNY Bar required About the role Fintelligent is partnering with a highly regarded global law firm to place a mid-level Private Equity Associate within their New York office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a self-driven attorney with a strong PE transactions background to take on meaningful responsibility, work directly with sophisticated clients, and develop as a dealmaker within a market-leading practice. What you'll do Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and financing documents Conduct thorough due diligence and legal research across a range of investment opportunities and deal structures Advise clients on regulatory compliance matters arising in private equity transactions Assist in the structuring and formation of private equity funds Provide ongoing counsel on corporate transactions, corporate governance, and securities regulations Collaborate across practice groups to ensure seamless transaction execution Lead discrete workstreams independently and manage deal processes end-to-end Supervise junior colleagues and actively contribute to their professional development Track industry trends, legal developments, and evolving best practices in private equity law What we're looking for 3–5 years of experience at a large law firm focused on private equity transactions Proven track record representing private equity sponsors in acquisitions, dispositions, and financings Experience advising both private equity and strategic investors Strong grasp of corporate governance and securities compliance in the context of PE deals Familiarity with legal AI tools and platforms as applied to corporate transactions Excellent legal writing, negotiation, and analytical skills Ability to self-manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record Active admission to the New York Bar in good standing How to apply Please submit your CV, a cover letter, deal sheet, and law school transcript via Fintelligent. All materials will be handled in strict confidence. Compensation Compensation is competitive and in line with large law firm market rates for New York. Full details will be provided at the appropriate stage of the process.

Leveraged Finance Associate About the role Fintelligent is partnering with a top-tier global law firm to identify talented Leveraged Finance Associates for their Finance practice group in New York. This is a strong opportunity for a commercially minded attorney to advise on sophisticated financing transactions across the full leveraged finance spectrum, working with some of the most active private equity sponsors and financial institutions in the market. What you'll do Represent private equity sponsors and their portfolio companies, and/or the financial institutions that provide financing to them, in debt financing transactions Advise clients on structuring and executing leveraged finance transactions, including secured and unsecured lending, acquisition financings, and recapitalizations Draft, review, and negotiate finance documentation including credit agreements, bond indentures, commitment letters, term sheets, security agreements, guarantee agreements, intercreditor agreements, and subordination agreements Counsel clients on legal risks, regulatory requirements, and market practice in leveraged finance Coordinate transaction closings, including preparation of closing checklists and end-to-end management of documentation and process Handle ongoing compliance-related matters and client queries Apply AI tools responsibly to enhance document review and workflow efficiency Contribute to business development, including client presentations and thought leadership initiatives Stay current with legal developments and evolving market trends in leveraged finance What we're looking for 1–6 years of experience (class of 2024 and above) at a large or global law firm in leveraged finance or a closely related practice area J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record Active admission to the New York Bar in good standing Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex financial documents, commensurate with class year Solid understanding of secured transactions, syndicated lending, and acquisition finance relative to experience level Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sharp attention to detail Clear and effective written and verbal communication with clients and colleagues Ability to manage multiple simultaneous workstreams and deadlines efficiently Commitment to high standards of professionalism, integrity, and responsible use of technology Compensation Compensation is competitive and aligned with large law firm market rates for New York. Full details will be provided at the appropriate stage of the process. Equal opportunity The hiring firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Fintelligent upholds this commitment across all placements we facilitate.

About the role Fintelligent is partnering with a top-tier global law firm to identify a talented Securitization Associate for their finance practice group in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a highly regarded team advising on complex, market-leading transactions across the full spectrum of structured finance. What you'll do Structure, negotiate, and document a wide range of securitization transactions, including CLOs and whole business securitizations Conduct due diligence and review transaction-related legal documents Research and analyse legal issues specific to securitization and structured finance Prepare and review offering materials and disclosure documents Collaborate cross-functionally with clients and attorneys across practice areas Support the development of junior associates within the group Monitor regulatory and market developments in structured finance What we're looking for 3–5 years of experience at a large or global law firm in structured finance and securitization Exposure to representing issuers, sponsors, borrowers, and lenders in securitization transactions Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record Active admission to the New York Bar in good standing Compensation Compensation is competitive and in line with large law firm market rates for the New York market. Full details will be disclosed during the process. Equal opportunity The hiring firm is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law. Fintelligent shares this commitment in all placements we facilitate.