Bankruptcy Legal Analyst

About 9finThe world's largest asset class, debt, operates with the worst data. Technology has revolutionized equity markets with electronic trading, quant algos and instantaneous news. However, in debt capital markets, the picture is completely different. It still behaves like it’s in the 1980s; trillions of dollars of trades are placed over the phone, news is slow, and corporate credit information is imperfect and scattered. Our mission is to change this. 9fin's proprietary technology delivers fast and comprehensive financial, credit, legal & ESG analysis. Our clients are able to make faster, more informed decisions, win more business and most importantly, save time. Our fast growing list of clients include 9 of the top 10 Investment Banks, leading Asset Managers, Hedge Funds and Law Firms.The role9fin is looking for an expert legal analyst to cover Chapter 11 bankruptcies and the US distressed debt market.If you’re a lawyer with extensive experience in distressed debt and restructuring and a knack for decoding and explaining this complex market, we want to work with you!What you'll work onEvery day is different, but here’s an example of the kind of things you’ll work on:Breaking news — You’ll help our team with real-time coverage of bankruptcy hearings, and summaries/analysis of all important filings within a bankruptcy docketDeep-dive reports — You’ll produce detailed reports covering the many technical aspects of complex restructuring cases on specific distressed situations, often collaborating with journalists and analystsGenerating ideas — You’ll provide a consistent stream of new ideas, whether that’s identifying new situations to cover, or thinking up new ways to cover themAdvancing docket technology — You’ll help advance our docket technology to track and covering in-court processes, helping ensure timely and comprehensive coverage of casesAbout youThis role will be a great fit if you are:Experienced — 3+ years working as part of an established corporate restructuring practice, or equivalent clerkships under a bankruptcy judgeAn exemplary communicator — Clear and concise in written and verbal language, and able to explain complex ideas in simple termsA team player — Can work with other experts in the 9fin content team to produce market-leading reportsDetail-oriented — Thrives on digging into the intricacies of specific cases and individual creditsKnowledgeable — Has a deep understanding of and appreciation for the US Bankruptcy CodeOur benefitsWe’re a scaling start up and we enjoy sharing our success, when the company succeeds, we always reinvest that in our people. We also offer huge amounts of responsibility, an abundance of opportunity for growth and a platform to truly excel.Financial & InsuranceSalary: $250,000-$275,000Equity options401(k) (9fin pay 3%, employee contributions are uncapped)Private Health Insurance, with Dental and VisionPaid sick leaveDisability Insurance (New York)Commuter BenefitTime off25 vacation days per yearLocal public holidaysHybrid working model, to allow you the flexibility to decide how, where and when you do your best workWork abroad for up to 3 months a year1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of serviceEnhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements availableTraining & CultureProfessional learning and development budgetBi-annual team socialsSummer and Winter company social eventsA note from the hiring managerThis is an opportunity to work alongside numerous experts in their respective fields within the restructuring industry, including journalists, analysts, lawyers and engineers. There are opportunities galore to explore the most interesting legal issues in the US bankruptcy and distressed space, and to become known as a leading voice that practitioners turn to first to get things right.– Max Frumes, Global Head of Distressed and Restructuring9fin is an equal opportunities employer At 9fin we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognize that building diverse teams enables a more creative and productive environment. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we’re looking for — either for this role, or perhaps another.

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