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February 9, 2026

Palo Alto Corporate Finance Associate

BankingFinanceLendingLeveraged Finance
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

Silicon Valley

Palo Alto Corporate Finance Associate

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & RosatiSilicon Valley

Practice area

Banking · Finance · Lending · Leveraged Finance

PQE

3-5 years

Location

Silicon Valley, California

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Associate position within the Corporate Finance group in Palo Alto.
  • Focus on debt capital markets and/or commercial finance transactions.
  • Requires 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Essential to have borrower/issuer-side experience across various debt instruments.
  • Deal experience includes single-lender and syndicated credit facilities, venture lending, and leveraged buyouts.
  • Further experience with offerings of convertible, high-yield, and investment-grade notes, and other structured financial instruments is required.
  • Candidates must demonstrate superior academic credentials and excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Annual salary ranges from $260,000 to $365,000, based on year classification, with potential for discretionary merit bonuses.
  • Comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, paid parental leave, extensive family-building support (e.g., IVF, adoption, surrogacy), and backup childcare options.
  • Additional benefits cover a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions, and firm-paid CLE and bar dues.

Last updated: May 21, 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.

  • Summer Eberhard
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Summer Eberhard

    Legal Recruiter

    Lateral Link

    Why talk to Summer Eberhard?

    Anjali Krishnan joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's San Francisco office in the Tax group.

    Summer helped me navigate the west coast legal market as a foreign attorney which was a challenge with my practice. She gave great insights on the market to steer me in the right direction and even worked with me in putting my materials together. Most importantly, she was extremely responsive and managed my expectations along the journey. I am thankful to her for helping me transition to the US market.

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Anjali Krishnan

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • San Francisco
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Adam Grajewski joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's San Diego office in the Corporate group.

    Priya gets it done. Regardless of how strong you are as a candidate, Priya adds value to your search in ways you may not appreciate until you're in the process. She provides a personalized strategy, impeccable organization skills and responsiveness, a sterling reputation among law firm contacts, invaluable insights, dedicated interview prep and so much more. On top of that, she does her job with grace and integrity. When I had an offer in hand and was considering all options, Priya did NOT pressure me to accept the offer, and even suggested I might want to stay put if I felt a certain way. This was against her immediate self interest and speaks volumes about the kind of person and professional she is. Finally, Priya is so down to Earth and a true joy to work with. I can't recommend her enough.

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Adam Grajewski

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • San Diego
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Saad Rizwan joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's San Francisco office in the Litigation group.

    Kate is not only a great recruiter but also a wonderful career counselor! As an attorney who has practiced in New York for a number of years, I initially felt overwhelmed at the prospect of moving to the Bay Area and securing an opportunity there. Kate, however, eased my concerns by thoughtfully walking me through the firms I should be targeting in light of my professional interests and career goals. Her deep knowledge of the Bay Area legal market quickly became apparent to me. With Kate's expertise and guidance, I secured a position with a law firm in the Bay Area that has a dynamic practice in my area of interest and is a great fit in terms of culture. I was truly fortunate to have Kate on my side during the process!

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Saad Rizwan

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • San Francisco

Trusted recruiters

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

  • Summer Eberhard
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Summer Eberhard

    Legal Recruiter

    Lateral Link

    Why talk to Summer Eberhard?

    Anjali Krishnan joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's San Francisco office in the Tax group.

    Summer helped me navigate the west coast legal market as a foreign attorney which was a challenge with my practice. She gave great insights on the market to steer me in the right direction and even worked with me in putting my materials together. Most importantly, she was extremely responsive and managed my expectations along the journey. I am thankful to her for helping me transition to the US market.

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Anjali Krishnan

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • San Francisco
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Adam Grajewski joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's San Diego office in the Corporate group.

    Priya gets it done. Regardless of how strong you are as a candidate, Priya adds value to your search in ways you may not appreciate until you're in the process. She provides a personalized strategy, impeccable organization skills and responsiveness, a sterling reputation among law firm contacts, invaluable insights, dedicated interview prep and so much more. On top of that, she does her job with grace and integrity. When I had an offer in hand and was considering all options, Priya did NOT pressure me to accept the offer, and even suggested I might want to stay put if I felt a certain way. This was against her immediate self interest and speaks volumes about the kind of person and professional she is. Finally, Priya is so down to Earth and a true joy to work with. I can't recommend her enough.

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Adam Grajewski

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • San Diego
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Saad Rizwan joined Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati's San Francisco office in the Litigation group.

    Kate is not only a great recruiter but also a wonderful career counselor! As an attorney who has practiced in New York for a number of years, I initially felt overwhelmed at the prospect of moving to the Bay Area and securing an opportunity there. Kate, however, eased my concerns by thoughtfully walking me through the firms I should be targeting in light of my professional interests and career goals. Her deep knowledge of the Bay Area legal market quickly became apparent to me. With Kate's expertise and guidance, I secured a position with a law firm in the Bay Area that has a dynamic practice in my area of interest and is a great fit in terms of culture. I was truly fortunate to have Kate on my side during the process!

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

    Saad Rizwan

    Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati • San Francisco