Associate- Corporate - Restructuring & Special Situations Finance
Direct CounselHouston, Texas, United States
Posted May 14, 2025
365000 - 435000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Direct Counsel, LLC is partnering with a leading global law firm to seek a Finance Associate for the firm's Houston office. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience with liability management transactions, DIP financings, and special situations financings.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school
- Admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
- Law school class years 2017–2020
- Strong background in finance, restructuring, or special situations law
- Experience with secured lending, credit agreements, and financial instruments
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Benefits
- Annual Salary Range: $365,000 – $435,000
- Discretionary and performance-based bonuses