Associate Lending Counsel – Private Credit

About the Role

A global asset management firm is seeking an Associate Lending Counsel to join its high-performing legal team. This role is ideal for a legal professional with deep experience in leveraged finance who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to structure and negotiate complex financing transactions, support investment committee processes, and contribute to legal strategy and documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commitment letters, term sheets, and credit agreements for middle market and broadly syndicated transactions.
• Collaborate with underwriting, capital markets, and sponsor coverage teams to deliver tailored financing solutions.
• Review legal documentation for syndicated and club deals.
• Support investment committee reviews and internal legal strategy initiatives.
• Manage external counsel relationships and ensure alignment with internal standards.
• Lead training sessions and maintain legal documentation databases and templates.

Qualifications