Projects & Energy Finance Attorney (Infrastructure) Of Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Projects & Energy Finance Attorney (Infrastructure) Of Counsel

Locations : New York, NY | Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Baltimore, MD | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX | Los Angeles, CA | Miami, FL | Minneapolis, MN | Palo Alto, CA | Philadelphia, PA | Phoenix, AZ | Raleigh, NC | Reston, VA | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | Short Hills, NJ | Washington, DC | Wilmington, DE

Direct Counsel is seeking an experienced Projects & Energy Finance (Infrastructure) Of Counsel to join a prestigious Am Law 100 firm. This role offers an opportunity to work on high-profile financing transactions, including energy transition and digital infrastructure projects. The position is open to candidates in any of the firm’s U.S. offices.

Key Responsibilities :

Advise clients on project finance and related transactions, with a focus on energy transition and digital infrastructure projects, including data centers.

Draft, review, and negotiate loan and security agreements, project finance documentation, and other financing instruments.

Coordinate complex deal structures and closings.

Provide strategic legal counsel to clients on regulatory, financial, and risk management considerations in project finance matters.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support large-scale financing deals.

Qualifications :

J.D. from an accredited law school.

Admission to practice in the jurisdiction where applying.

Minimum of 9 years of experience in project finance or other financings relating to energy transition or digital infrastructure.

Extensive experience drafting and negotiating loan and security documentation.

Strong knowledge of financial structures related to energy and infrastructure projects.

Key Skills & Competencies :

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively with clients, legal teams, and stakeholders.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment :

Hybrid : Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work.

Compensation & Benefits :

Expected hiring range : $450,000 - $525,000 per year , based on geographic location and candidate qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

This is a unique opportunity to join a top-tier legal team specializing in high-value infrastructure and energy finance matters. If you are interested in learning more, apply today!