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Husch Blackwell, a national law firm, has an immediate opening in its Kansas City office for a Senior Banking & Finance Associate with a minimum of four years of experience preferred. General commercial finance experience is required, including experience in transactions involving commercial real estate lending, C&I lending, asset-based lending, dealer floor plan finance, sponsor/acquisition finance, mezzanine financing structures and/or syndicated financing transactions.  Experience should include handling all aspects of documenting, negotiating and closing commercial loan transactions.  The candidate should be interested in business development and interacting directly with client’s internal legal and business staffs.

The candidate must have excellent academic credentials and drafting and communication skills, as well as experience managing junior associates and paralegals. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently on transactions with limited supervision and to gain the trust and confidence of direct client contacts. Prior law firm experience including the ability to work well with a team, superior judgment, the ability to effectively handle multiple projects, and the ability to articulate legal strategies and courses of action is required.  

Candidates should have an active Missouri bar license or commit to obtaining one as soon as possible.  

We look for proactive, dynamic, and entrepreneurial individuals with varied backgrounds, interests, and experience for a diverse candidate pool.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and much more.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume through our online application process at www.huschblackwell.com.

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