Energy Transactions and Projects Associate Attorney / Counsel (2-6 Years or 8+ Years) - Houston, TX- 416648

Job ID: 416648

Practice area:- Energy - Renewables - Transactional

Energy Transactions and Projects Associate Attorney / Counsel (2–6 Years or 8+ Years) – Renewable Energy & Infrastructure Projects | Houston, TX | Texas Bar Required

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A leading energy and infrastructure practice is seeking an Energy Transactions and Projects Associate Attorney or Counsel with 2–6 years or 8+ years of experience to join its Houston office. Work on renewable energy, project finance, data center, tax equity, and infrastructure transactions while advising clients on industry-shaping projects across the energy transition landscape.

This opportunity is with a highly regarded international law firm known for its deep roots in the Texas legal market and its leadership across the energy, corporate, litigation, and intellectual property sectors. The firm maintains a global presence while preserving a collegial and approachable culture. Attorneys benefit from substantial formal training programs, direct partner mentorship, and meaningful opportunities to develop sophisticated legal and business skills. The firm's collaborative environment encourages professional growth while providing exposure to complex matters involving some of the most significant clients and projects in the market.

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A highly respected international law firm is seeking an Energy Transactions and Projects Associate Attorney or Counsel to join its sophisticated renewable energy and infrastructure practice in Houston, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys seeking to work on complex project development, project finance, and infrastructure transactions involving some of the most significant energy and energy transition projects in the market.

The successful candidate will advise developers, sponsors, lenders, investors, utilities, infrastructure companies, and project participants on a wide range of transactional matters involving renewable energy, conventional energy, data centers, and public-private infrastructure projects. Attorneys will gain substantial responsibility, direct client interaction, and exposure to innovative projects shaping the future of energy development.

This opportunity is actively interviewing qualified candidates and rarely becomes available at this level.

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Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on renewable energy and infrastructure project development transactions.

• Structure, negotiate, and execute complex project finance transactions.

• Represent sponsors, developers, investors, lenders, and project participants in sophisticated energy transactions.

• Handle transactions involving solar, wind, battery storage, and other energy transition projects.

• Participate in infrastructure transactions across both energy and non-energy sectors.

• Support clients in data center development and financing projects.

• Structure and negotiate tax equity financing arrangements.

• Assist with public-private partnership (PPP) transactions and infrastructure investments.

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, development agreements, financing agreements, and project-related contracts.

• Conduct legal due diligence and transaction risk analysis.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including financial advisors, engineers, consultants, and project sponsors.

• Provide strategic legal guidance regarding project development, financing structures, and regulatory considerations.

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Qualifications

• 2–6 years or 8+ years of relevant transactional experience.

• Experience in project development, project finance, infrastructure transactions, or related areas preferred.

• Background involving renewable energy, conventional energy, or energy transition projects strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with tax equity financing structures preferred.

• Experience handling public-private partnership (PPP) projects is a plus.

• Active Texas Bar admission required.

• Strong transactional drafting and negotiation skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously.

• Strong client service orientation and business judgment.

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Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

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Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

• Texas Bar required.

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Required Skills

• Energy transactions.

• Renewable energy project development.

• Project finance transactions.

• Infrastructure project transactions.

• Tax equity financing.

• Public-private partnership (PPP) transactions.

• Contract drafting and negotiation.

• Transaction management.

• Due diligence and risk assessment.

• Client counseling and strategic advisory services.

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Industry Experience Preferred

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Renewable energy projects.

• Solar energy development.

• Wind energy projects.

• Battery storage and energy transition initiatives.

• Conventional power generation projects.

• Infrastructure finance.

• Data center development.

• Public-private partnership transactions.

• Large-scale project development and financing.

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Why This Role Is Unique

• Opportunity to work on industry-leading renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

• Significant exposure to project finance and energy transition transactions.

• Direct client interaction with developers, sponsors, lenders, and investors.

• Experience handling sophisticated tax equity and PPP transactions.

• Exposure to emerging technologies and data center infrastructure projects.

• Strong mentorship from nationally recognized energy attorneys.

• Opportunity to build expertise in one of the fastest-growing areas of transactional law.

• International platform with high-profile client engagements.

• Partner-track position with substantial advancement opportunities.

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Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.

• Retirement savings plan.

• Professional development and training programs.

• Formal mentorship opportunities.

• Exposure to high-profile transactional matters.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

• Long-term career advancement opportunities.

• Access to sophisticated national and international client matters.

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Why Apply Now?

Investment in renewable energy, infrastructure modernization, data center development, and energy transition initiatives continues to drive demand for experienced Energy Transactions Attorneys. This opportunity provides a unique platform to work on transformative projects while building a long-term career within one of the nation's premier energy practices.

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