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May 29, 2026

Houston Banking & Private Credit Associate

BankingAcquisition FinanceLendingLeveraged Finance
Latham & Watkins LLP

Latham & Watkins LLP

Houston

Houston Banking & Private Credit Associate

Latham & Watkins LLP
Latham & Watkins LLPHouston

Practice area

Banking · Acquisition Finance · Lending · Leveraged Finance

PQE

2+ years

Location

Houston, Texas

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Associate position for Banking & Private Credit practice in Houston, TX.
  • Requires a minimum of two years of experience in general finance, acquisition finance, leveraged finance, and/or private credit.
  • The practice advises on complex finance transactions, including leveraged and acquisition financings across both syndicated and private credit markets.
  • Work involves broadly syndicated loans, asset-backed lending, and complex leveraged buyouts.
  • Private credit focus includes first and second lien, unitranche, mezzanine, asset-based, preferred equity, and other junior capital transactions.
  • Handles transactions ranging from middle market to large-cap and multi-billion dollar deals, including multi-tiered capital structures, intercreditor issues, and restructurings.
  • Clients include credit providers (banks, financial institutions, private credit funds, direct lenders) and borrowers (public companies, sponsors, startups).
  • Candidates with experience in the energy and infrastructure sectors are preferred.
  • The practice is experiencing high growth and is described as having a supportive, collegial culture.
  • Base salaries are structured by class year: 2026 ($225,000), 2025 ($225,000), 2024 ($235,000), 2023 ($260,000), 2022 ($310,000), 2021 ($365,000), 2020 ($390,000), 2019 ($420,000), 2018 ($435,000). Discretionary bonuses may also be available.
  • Comprehensive benefits program is offered, focused on lawyer well-being.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Ed Hossain
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Ed Hossain

    Legal Recruiter

    Long Ridge Partners

    Why talk to Ed Hossain?

    Tanner Wiethorn joined Latham & Watkins LLP's Houston office in the Corporate group.

    Ed was absolutely fantastic. When I was strongly considering new employment, Ed reached out and explained a new opportunity to me. He provided great insight into the firm, was very responsive and courteous throughout the entire process, and really went to bat for me during the negotiations. Moreover, his prep for the multiple interviews was key to focusing on what the firm was looking for and really gave me an edge and comfortability going in to those meetings. Beyond the substantive work, I think what sets Ed really apart is the time he took to slow things down and make sure that I was comfortable with the move and that the position was right for me, which I really appreciated. In the end, I got the job and I am very happy with the decision and I don't think I would be here without Ed's help. I can't recommend him enough!

    Latham & Watkins LLP

    Tanner Wiethorn

    Latham & Watkins LLP • Houston
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Kim Dusseldorp joined Latham & Watkins LLP's Austin office in the Investment Funds group.

    Kate helped me find a new job even when I felt I was an under-qualified candidate. I was not hopeful at all I would find something I wanted or liked. She was honest about my chances from the beginning which really helped manage my expectations. I changed directions a couple times with where I wanted to be located and this was no problem for Kate. She really listened to what I was looking for and used my feedback to find interesting opportunities. Throughout the interview process, she would always check in. And even during onboarding she would check in to ask if I needed anything. Kate helped me find a job that I both wanted and liked! Very happy with how things turned out and I would definitely recommend Kate!!

    Latham & Watkins LLP

    Kim Dusseldorp

    Latham & Watkins LLP • Austin

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Ed Hossain
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Ed Hossain

    Legal Recruiter

    Long Ridge Partners

    Why talk to Ed Hossain?

    Tanner Wiethorn joined Latham & Watkins LLP's Houston office in the Corporate group.

    Ed was absolutely fantastic. When I was strongly considering new employment, Ed reached out and explained a new opportunity to me. He provided great insight into the firm, was very responsive and courteous throughout the entire process, and really went to bat for me during the negotiations. Moreover, his prep for the multiple interviews was key to focusing on what the firm was looking for and really gave me an edge and comfortability going in to those meetings. Beyond the substantive work, I think what sets Ed really apart is the time he took to slow things down and make sure that I was comfortable with the move and that the position was right for me, which I really appreciated. In the end, I got the job and I am very happy with the decision and I don't think I would be here without Ed's help. I can't recommend him enough!

    Latham & Watkins LLP

    Tanner Wiethorn

    Latham & Watkins LLP • Houston
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Kim Dusseldorp joined Latham & Watkins LLP's Austin office in the Investment Funds group.

    Kate helped me find a new job even when I felt I was an under-qualified candidate. I was not hopeful at all I would find something I wanted or liked. She was honest about my chances from the beginning which really helped manage my expectations. I changed directions a couple times with where I wanted to be located and this was no problem for Kate. She really listened to what I was looking for and used my feedback to find interesting opportunities. Throughout the interview process, she would always check in. And even during onboarding she would check in to ask if I needed anything. Kate helped me find a job that I both wanted and liked! Very happy with how things turned out and I would definitely recommend Kate!!

    Latham & Watkins LLP

    Kim Dusseldorp

    Latham & Watkins LLP • Austin