About the Role

A boutique law firm is seeking a senior debt finance attorney to lead bespoke secured lending and private credit transactions. This role offers substantial autonomy and the opportunity to help shape and grow the firm's debt finance practice.

What You'll Do

Lead secured lending and private credit transactions for lenders, funds, family offices, and development finance institutions.
Draft and negotiate credit agreements, security documents, and intercreditor agreements for bespoke deal structures.
Collaborate with funds and corporate attorneys on cross-practice matters.
Help develop the debt practice's strategy and service offering.
Support existing client relationships and develop new business.

What We're Looking For

10 to 15 years of debt finance experience, including a counsel-level or more senior role.
Strong technical experience in secured lending, asset-based lending, private credit, or direct lending.
Experience at a large or mid-sized law firm, with the ability to independently run transactions.
Experience with bespoke cross-border transactions involving New York and London-style markets.
A J.D. and admission to at least one U.S. state bar; New York admission is preferred.
Client relationships, a portable book of business, or demonstrated potential to build one.
Experience advising or working opposite development finance institutions, impact funds, blended finance vehicles, mission-driven lenders, or family offices is beneficial.
A long-term interest in growing with a boutique team. In-house legal experience, if any, should be limited to one year.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $250,000 to $400,000 USD annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Hybrid in London, England, United Kingdom, with 1 to 2 days per week in the office.

Compensation: $250K – $400K

• $250K – $400K