Job Description

We are partnering with a well‑established, Minneapolis‑based investment management firm focused on private credit and direct lending within a specialized, asset‑backed sector. The firm is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its in‑house legal team and support a growing direct lending platform.

This role offers meaningful exposure to complex, middle‑market lending transactions from diligence through closing and beyond. The team is intentionally looking for a junior to mid‑level attorney (ideally 3–5 years of experience) who is eager to deepen their expertise in private credit and grow within a sophisticated investment environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a core legal partner to the firm’s private credit platform, supporting direct lending transactions from early diligence through funding and post‑close matters
• Prepare, review, and negotiate a wide range of financing and lending documents , including preliminary deal terms and definitive agreements
• Advise on and manage ongoing loan activity , including amendments, consents, waivers, and other post‑closing modifications
• Work closely with internal stakeholders across investment, compliance, and operations to align legal guidance with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Oversee and coordinate external counsel , ensuring high‑quality work product, efficiency, and practical deal execution
• Identify and assess legal and commercial risk throughout the lifecycle of credit investments, including workouts and restructuring scenarios
• Draft and negotiate confidentiality and related ancillary agreements in connection with transactions and business initiatives
• Contribute to special projects and evolving legal needs as the platform continues to grow

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Minnesota
• 3–7 years of relevant legal experience in banking, finance, restructuring, and/or private credit
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Familiarity with cash‑flow lending structures
• Understanding of investment strategies

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• True in‑house role with direct access to senior investment leadership
• Hands‑on involvement in sophisticated direct lending transactions
• Opportunity to grow alongside a highly experienced investment and legal team
• Long‑term professional development focus rather than a plug‑and‑play senior hire
• Competitive compensation and benefits within a stable, well‑capitalized organization

Important Note on the Application Process

This search is being conducted on a confidential basis . To protect candidate confidentiality and ensure alignment, interested attorneys are encouraged to apply through this posting to discuss the opportunity in detail before any formal submittal to the client .

This initial conversation allows candidates to:

• Vet the platform, team structure, and growth trajectory
• Confirm fit before their materials are shared
• Ask candid questions in a low‑pressure, confidential setting

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