Energy & Infrastructure Projects Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking an Energy & Infrastructure Projects Associate Attorney to join a highly respected Am Law firm’s Houston office.

Position Overview
A leading national firm is seeking a mid- to senior-level Associate Attorney with approximately 4–6 years of experience to join its Energy & Infrastructure Projects group in Houston. This is an excellent opportunity for a transactional attorney with strong financing and/or M&A experience to work on complex, high-value energy and infrastructure matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience in project finance, acquisitions, and dispositions within the energy and infrastructure space, and a demonstrated ability to support or lead sophisticated transactions. Strong academic credentials and a commitment to producing excellent client service are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in energy and infrastructure project finance and transactional matters
• Advise on acquisitions and dispositions involving energy and infrastructure assets
• Support structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex financing transactions
• Draft and review key transaction documents and financing agreements
• Coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams on large-scale infrastructure and energy projects
• Manage workstreams across active transactions and client matters

Qualifications

• Approximately 4–6 years of experience in project finance, M&A, and/or energy infrastructure transactions
• Prior law firm experience required
• Experience leading or managing components of complex transactions preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills
• High level of academic achievement and strong professional references preferred
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment

Compensation
The anticipated base salary for this Houston-based Associate Attorney position is competitive and may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus, depending on experience and other job-related factors consistent with applicable law.

Additional Information
The firm offers a robust lateral integration and mentorship program designed to support experienced attorneys during professional transitions. Attorneys benefit from strong professional development resources, a hybrid work model, and a well-established pro bono program that encourages meaningful community engagement alongside sophisticated transactional work.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process upon request.