GLOBAL PROJECTS ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY COUNSEL

GLOBAL PROJECTS, ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE FINANCE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY/COUNSEL

Projects, Energy & Infrastructure Practice Group

Location: New York, NY or Washington, D.C.

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A leading international AmLaw 50 firm is seeking Associate to Counsel-level attorneys to join its Global Projects, Energy & Infrastructure Finance practice in New York or Washington, D.C. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a highly regarded, market-leading group that advises on some of the world’s most complex and high-profile project finance and infrastructure transactions across the energy, natural resources, and private capital sectors.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record .
• Active Bar Admission in New York or Washington, D.C. , in good standing.
• 2+ years of substantive experiencein finance-related transactional work
• Experience in project finance, energy, natural resources, infrastructure, and/or private equity transactions strongly preferred
• Exposure to domestic and cross-border financings , including acquisition and development financings
• Prior experience at a top-tier U.S. or international law firm preferred
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex transactions in a fast-paced environment The ideal candidate manages client relationships with ease.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise sponsors, lenders, investors, and developers on project finance and infrastructure transactions
• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and ancillary financing documentation
• Support transactions across the energy, power, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors , including renewables
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale domestic and international matters
• Manage transactional workflows from diligence through closing

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to join a globally recognized Projects & Infrastructure team that consistently works on landmark financings and market-shaping transactions . Attorneys in this group gain unparalleled exposure to sophisticated matters, work directly with industry-leading clients, and benefit from a collaborative culture that emphasizes professional growth, mentorship, and long-term career development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary : $270,000 – $455,000 , commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits : Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and sick time, emergency childcare; commuter benefits; corporate discounts; and multiple employee wellness programs.
• Supportive Culture : Our client fosters a respectful and inclusive workplace that supports excellence, balance, and long-term success.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.