Project Finance Junior Associate Attorney

Job Description Job Description Project Finance Junior Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Project Finance Junior Associate to join a highly regarded law firm with offices in multiple locations. This role is ideal for a junior associate with 2-3 years of experience in project finance, including work on project financings, tax equity bridge loans, backleverage financings, or pre-NTP financings. Key Responsibilities: Handle both Lender- and Borrower-side transactions. Draft and negotiate credit facilities, depositary account agreements, letters of credit, and performance and payment bonds . Work with balance of plant agreements, supply agreements (e.g., transformer supply, module supply, BESS supply, turbine supply, inverter supply), and offtake and tolling agreements . Draft and close security documents , including security agreements, pledge agreements, financing statements, and control agreements. Prepare NY-law legal opinions, direct agreements/consents to collateral assignments, and reliance letters . Conduct due diligence reviews and provide bankability analysis on project documents. Qualifications: 2-3 years of project finance experience in a large regional, national, or international law firm. Familiarity with LSTA Credit Agreements, New York law-governed Security Documents, and Project Documents (EPC contracts, Offtake Agreements, Supply Agreements, and Reliance Letters). Strong academic credentials. Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Must reside in and be licensed (or eligible to become licensed) in New York, Miami, Dallas, Houston, Austin, or Washington, D.C. Compensation: Salary range: $235,000 – $260,000 (applicable to New York, Colorado, and California; actual compensation may vary based on qualifications and experience). This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial firm that offers a strong platform for professional growth and advancement .