Job Description
Job DescriptionGlobal Transportation Finance Associate Attorney (2–7 Years) – Miami
Direct Counsel is partnering with a leading international law firm to recruit a Finance Associate for its Global Transportation Finance practice in Miami. This team is nationally recognized as a top-tier group handling some of the most sophisticated transactions in the aviation, rail, and maritime finance space. If you're a transactional attorney looking to work with high-caliber clients on cross-border matters involving complex assets, this could be a career-defining move.
About the Role
The group represents major banks, leasing companies, airlines, private equity firms, and institutional investors in high-value transactions involving:
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Acquisition and leasing of aircraft, railcars, vessels, and other specialty assets
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Cross-border and domestic structured finance
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Restructurings, workouts, and enforcement matters
You’ll work alongside over 60 attorneys in a collaborative environment that provides early client exposure and encourages business development participation. This team has been ranked Band 1 nationwide by Chambers USA for nearly two decades.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
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2–7 years of transactional experience at a law firm.
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Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
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Background in any of the following areas: aviation finance, structured finance, leveraged finance, maritime, real estate finance, project finance, capital markets, securitization, or private equity.
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Experience juggling multiple deals at once and managing timelines independently.
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J.D. from a respected institution with strong academic credentials.
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Admitted in Florida or actively pursuing Florida Bar admission.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
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Work on complex, international transactions involving high-value and esoteric assets.
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Get hands-on experience and direct access to clients early in your tenure.
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Hybrid schedule (3 days in office, 2 remote) with flexibility built into a performance-driven culture.
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Competitive compensation, development-focused training, and a collegial team environment.
Compensation & Benefits
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Base Salary: $235,000 – $330,000 depending on class year and experience.
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Discretionary annual bonus.
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Full benefits suite including health, dental, and vision insurance.
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401(k) with both pre-tax and Roth options (administered by Vanguard).
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Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, and sick time.
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Additional perks like backup child and elder care, wellness programs, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and more.