Fund Finance Associate (Mid-Level)

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) | Full-Time | $260,000 - $325,000 + Bonus | Relocation Assistance Available

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join a nationally recognized law firm with a premier Financial Services Transactions practice representing leading financial institutions, fund sponsors, and investment managers in sophisticated fund finance transactions. This is an outstanding opportunity for a mid-level associate who enjoys handling complex financing matters, working directly with clients, and building a long-term practice in one of the nation's fastest-growing financial markets.

As a Fund Finance Associate, you'll advise clients on subscription credit facilities, NAV facilities, hybrid facilities, management company financings, and other complex lending structures. You'll collaborate with experienced attorneys across Corporate, Finance, and Mergers & Acquisitions practices while gaining meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and exposure to market-leading transactions.

If you're looking for sophisticated deal work, a collaborative team, and a clear path for professional growth, this role offers an exceptional platform to advance your career.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE!

• Work on sophisticated fund finance transactions for leading financial institutions, private investment funds, and fund sponsors.
• Hybrid work schedule supporting flexibility and collaboration.
• Competitive compensation ranging from $260,000-$325,000, plus performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plans and financial wellness resources.
• Paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Bar admission and licensing reimbursement for eligible candidates.
• Inclusive culture with strong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career advancement.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Represent financial institutions, private investment funds, and fund sponsors in sophisticated fund finance transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, loan documentation, security agreements, and related financing documents.
• Advise clients on subscription credit facilities, NAV facilities, hybrid facilities, and management company financing structures.
• Structure and negotiate complex secured lending transactions from inception through closing.
• Collaborate with attorneys across Corporate, Finance, Tax, and M&A practices on integrated transactions.
• Manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Develop trusted client relationships and provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Support related financial services and corporate transactional matters as needed.

WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• 3-5 years of transactional legal experience.
• Significant experience in fund finance, secured lending, banking, or financial services transactions.
• Licensed in North Carolina or eligible for admission.
• Experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated financing documents.
• Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation, and client counseling skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple complex transactions.

Preferred

• Graduate of a Top 50 U.S. law school.
• Experience practicing at an Am Law 200 firm.
• Previous work in a highly respected regional firm handling sophisticated transactional matters.
• Experience representing banks, financial institutions, fund sponsors, or private investment funds.
• Exposure to mergers and acquisitions or broader corporate finance transactions.
• Excellent academic credentials and demonstrated commitment to transactional practice.

ABOUT THE FIRM

This opportunity is with a highly regarded Southeastern law firm recognized nationally for its work in financial services, corporate law, banking, investment funds, and complex commercial transactions. The firm advises leading financial institutions, investment managers, private equity sponsors, and corporate clients on sophisticated matters across a broad range of industries.

Attorneys benefit from a collaborative culture that emphasizes mentorship, early responsibility, cross-practice collaboration, and long-term professional development. With direct client interaction and exposure to high-profile transactions, the firm provides an exceptional environment for attorneys seeking to build a successful transactional practice.

Fund finance attorneys often seek a combination of sophisticated transactions, strong client relationships, mentorship, and long-term career growth. This opportunity provides all of those advantages while offering exposure to complex financing structures, nationally recognized clients, and a collaborative team environment where attorneys are trusted with meaningful responsibility and supported in building lasting careers.

ABOUT THE LOCATION

Charlotte is one of the nation's leading financial centers and continues to attract major banks, investment managers, private equity firms, and Fortune 500 companies. The city's expanding legal market offers exceptional opportunities for attorneys focused on banking, finance, and corporate transactions.

Outside the office, Charlotte offers an outstanding quality of life with professional sports, award-winning restaurants, a thriving craft brewery scene, live entertainment, and vibrant neighborhoods. Residents enjoy convenient access to lakes, greenways, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, along with a lower cost of living than many major metropolitan areas, making Charlotte an ideal place to grow both your career and your personal life.

DISCLOSURES

• Salary Range: $260,000-$325,000 annually, plus eligibility for performance-based bonuses. Actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and overall fit.
• This is a full-time hybrid position based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
• Bar admission and licensing reimbursement may be available where applicable.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background and bar admission verification.
• The hiring employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, North Carolina, or local law.

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