Careerxchange
Associate Attorney- Global Transportation Finance
Careerxchange, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description
Global Transportation Finance Associate — Chicago Shape cross-border deals that keep the world moving. Join a nationally recognized Global Transportation Finance team and work on complex, high-value transactions across aviation, maritime, rail, and general equipment—with real client exposure from day one. The Opportunity
Own meaningful work early. Draft and negotiate core financing, leasing, purchase, and security documents; run checklists; drive closings. Think globally. Tackle cross-border matters (collateral, registrations,
sanctions/treaties)
and collaborate with a 60+ lawyer platform handling sophisticated international deals. Build your brand. Work closely with senior lawyers, join client calls, and contribute to business development in a supportive, collaborative culture. Join a top-tier practice. The Global Transportation Finance Group is Chambers USA Band 1—19 years running, with a roster of banks, leasing companies, airlines, funds, and investors.
What You’ll Do
Lead pieces of financing and leasing transactions (leveraged/secured lending, structured finance, capital markets touches). Manage multi-party, multi-jurisdiction deals from diligence through post-closing. Support restructurings and enforcement when needed. Partner with clients and internal teams to deliver polished, on-time results.
About You
2–7 years of law firm transactional experience. Experience in one or more: securitization, leveraged finance, secured lending, capital markets, maritime, private equity, project finance, structured finance, real estate finance, aviation. Sharp drafting, negotiating, and organizational skills; calm under multiple timelines. J.D. with strong academics; Florida admission (or actively pursuing).
Why You’ll Love It Here
High-impact matters with marquee clients. Personalized environment: mentorship, training, and real feedback. Rapid responsibility based on readiness—not just class year. Hybrid work: 3 days in-office, 2 remote.
Benefits & Perks
Salary: $235,000 – $330,000 base, commensurate with class year/experience. Bonus: Discretionary annual program. Retirement: Traditional & Roth 401(k) via Vanguard. Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision; HSA/FSA options; firm-paid life & disability; wellness programs. PTO: Vacation, paid holidays, sick, and personal days. Extras: Commuter benefits, back-up child/elder care, Milk Stork, EAP, fitness discounts, and more.
CAREERXCHANGE® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Explore more exciting opportunities at
www.careerxchange.com. #Sept_50
Job Description
Global Transportation Finance Associate — Chicago Shape cross-border deals that keep the world moving. Join a nationally recognized Global Transportation Finance team and work on complex, high-value transactions across aviation, maritime, rail, and general equipment—with real client exposure from day one. The Opportunity
Own meaningful work early. Draft and negotiate core financing, leasing, purchase, and security documents; run checklists; drive closings. Think globally. Tackle cross-border matters (collateral, registrations,
sanctions/treaties)
and collaborate with a 60+ lawyer platform handling sophisticated international deals. Build your brand. Work closely with senior lawyers, join client calls, and contribute to business development in a supportive, collaborative culture. Join a top-tier practice. The Global Transportation Finance Group is Chambers USA Band 1—19 years running, with a roster of banks, leasing companies, airlines, funds, and investors.
What You’ll Do
Lead pieces of financing and leasing transactions (leveraged/secured lending, structured finance, capital markets touches). Manage multi-party, multi-jurisdiction deals from diligence through post-closing. Support restructurings and enforcement when needed. Partner with clients and internal teams to deliver polished, on-time results.
About You
2–7 years of law firm transactional experience. Experience in one or more: securitization, leveraged finance, secured lending, capital markets, maritime, private equity, project finance, structured finance, real estate finance, aviation. Sharp drafting, negotiating, and organizational skills; calm under multiple timelines. J.D. with strong academics; Florida admission (or actively pursuing).
Why You’ll Love It Here
High-impact matters with marquee clients. Personalized environment: mentorship, training, and real feedback. Rapid responsibility based on readiness—not just class year. Hybrid work: 3 days in-office, 2 remote.
Benefits & Perks
Salary: $235,000 – $330,000 base, commensurate with class year/experience. Bonus: Discretionary annual program. Retirement: Traditional & Roth 401(k) via Vanguard. Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision; HSA/FSA options; firm-paid life & disability; wellness programs. PTO: Vacation, paid holidays, sick, and personal days. Extras: Commuter benefits, back-up child/elder care, Milk Stork, EAP, fitness discounts, and more.
CAREERXCHANGE® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Explore more exciting opportunities at
www.careerxchange.com. #Sept_50