Energy & Infrastructure Projects Associate Attorney / Counsel

$260k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Energy & Infrastructure Projects Associate Attorney / Counsel
Locations: Houston, Texas | New York, New York | Washington, DC | Toronto, Ontario

Direct Counsel is representing a premier global law firm seeking a mid-to-senior level Associate or Counsel to join its highly regarded Energy & Infrastructure Projects group. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and international energy and infrastructure transactions alongside a market-leading team advising sponsors, developers, lenders, investors, and strategic parties across the sector.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of law firm experience with strong financing capabilities and significant exposure to energy and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on complex energy and infrastructure transactions across a broad range of industries
Structure, negotiate, and document debt financings and tax equity financings
Support mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and project development transactions
Work on renewable energy, conventional energy, and infrastructure projects
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams on sophisticated cross-border matters
Manage transaction components and maintain direct client interaction

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of law firm experience in energy, infrastructure, project finance, or related transactional matters
Strong financing experience required
Experience with debt financings, tax equity financings, M&A, joint ventures, and project development transactions preferred
Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
Strong academic credentials
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
Admission to the applicable state or provincial bar, or eligibility to waive in

Why Apply

This is an opportunity to join one of the leading Energy & Infrastructure Projects practices in the market, handling high-profile and innovative transactions across the energy and infrastructure sectors. The firm offers substantial mentorship, sophisticated client exposure, strong professional development resources, and a collaborative culture that supports long-term career growth.

Compensation

Expected salary range: $260,000 – $455,000
Eligibility for discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package

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