Associate, Debt Finance Practice

Our Debt Finance Practice specializes in advising clients on all aspects of debt-related transactions and financial structuring. We provide legal expertise to borrowers, lenders and other financial institutions on a wide range of financing matters, including syndicated loans, leveraged buyouts, refinancing and structured finance. Our team assists clients in negotiating and drafting loan agreements, security documents and other related contracts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and managing potential risks. By leveraging our extensive knowledge of global financial markets and regulations, our Debt Finance Practice helps clients secure favorable financing terms and navigate complex financial landscapes, ultimately supporting their strategic financial goals and operational needs.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead and manage deal processes from initial discussions through closing and post-closing

• Draft, review, and negotiate commitment letters, term sheets, loan and security documentation, and ancillary deliverables.

• Conduct complex legal research, prepare memoranda, and manage legal due diligence.

• Act as primary point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, and transactional teams.

• Support clients with ongoing deal administration, including amendments and collateral matters.

• Mentor junior team members and participate in continuing education and client development initiatives.

• Joining educational seminar and practice groups

You are a great fit if you have:

• At least three years of experience at a leading international law firm (peer firm), focusing on corporate finance, debt capital markets and/or financial services transactions.

• Strong academic credentials and intellectual curiosity.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Commercial awareness and ability to see the big picture.

• Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projects.

• Resilient and self-confident.

• Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative.

• Fluency in English, combined with fluency in French and/or Dutch.

• International experience a plus (working experience and/or academic qualifications).

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment, working on innovative projects for top-tier clients. At White & Case, you will help shape market-leading transactions that drive real impact for clients and communities. We encourage fresh perspectives and empower associates to contribute ideas from day one.

What you will gain:

• Exposure to landmark transactions for leading corporates and sovereigns.

• Direct client contact and responsibility from day one.

• Daily cross-offices collaboration.

• Access to cutting-edge legal technology and resources.

• Continuous learning, mentorship from leading practitioners, and support for your professional development.

• A collaborative, diverse team committed to making a positive impact, both inside and outside the firm.

To learn more about our team, recent transactions, and what it’s like to work at White & Case, visit our Debt Finance practice page.

This role reports to

Partner

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The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.

The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.

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