Senior Debt Finance Attorney, Partner or Of Counsel

ABOUT THE ROLE A collaborative, impact-focused boutique law firm is seeking a senior attorney to independently lead bespoke secured lending and private credit transactions. You will help shape and grow the debt finance practice, working alongside funds and corporate teams. 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 practice teams on cross-practice matters. - Contribute to the debt practice's long-term strategy, services, and growth. - Support existing client relationships and develop new ones. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - 10 to 15 years of debt finance experience, including a counsel-level or higher role at a large or mid-sized law firm. - Highly technical experience in secured lending, asset-based lending, private credit, or direct lending, including bespoke cross-border transactions involving New York and London-style deal practices. - Ability to run transactions independently with limited supervision. - Portable client relationships or demonstrated potential to build a book of business. - J.D. and admission to at least one U.S. state bar; New York admission is preferred. - No more than one year of in-house legal experience. - Experience advising or working opposite development finance institutions, impact funds, blended finance vehicles, mission-driven lenders, or family offices is valuable. - Interest in building a long-term practice within a boutique team. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 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.