Our client is seeking a junior corporate associate with 1–3 years of transactional experience to work on complex energy and infrastructure matters. The search is listed in Washington, DC and is open to candidates across U.S. offices, with a preference for San Diego or New York.
The Work
- Advise sponsors, developers, investors, and financial institutions on complex energy, infrastructure, and corporate transactions.
- Support mergers and acquisitions, project development, project finance, joint ventures, and strategic investments from initial structuring through negotiation and closing.
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents, contracts, memoranda, and correspondence, and conduct legal research and analysis to support deal strategy.
- Participate in client calls, meetings, and negotiations; provide timely updates and practical support to internal and external clients.
- Work collaboratively with lawyers and business professionals to develop transaction strategies and address legal, commercial, and regulatory considerations.
What You Bring
- 1–3 years of corporate, energy, or infrastructure transactional experience.
- Experience with mergers and acquisitions, project development, project finance, and joint venture transactions.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with sound business judgment and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently, manage competing demands, and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, excellent academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school, and admission to practice in the jurisdiction of application.
- Experience with renewable energy, energy transition, tax credit transactions, or cross-border matters is preferred; familiarity with tax equity financings, transferable tax credits, structured financings, and complex investment arrangements is a plus.
Why Consider It
This position offers exposure to a varied pipeline of corporate, energy, and infrastructure matters, including financings, development work, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic investments.
Associates can take on transaction responsibility appropriate to their experience and engage with clients through calls, meetings, and negotiations.
Ongoing development opportunities include training in legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm-stated hiring range is $225,000–$260,000 per year depending on geographic market and qualifications; benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k).
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.