Senior Affordable Housing Associate

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a senior-level associate or counsel with 6+ years of experience in affordable housing law to join a nationally recognized Affordable Housing team. This team works with for-profit and nonprofit developers, investors, and governmental entities to develop, acquire, construct, finance, operate, and preserve housing across the country, including Texas. The role requires a candidate with strong experience in affordable housing transactions, including finance, development, and incentives, as well as the ability to manage projects, negotiate transactions, and work directly with clients.

Location:

• Houston, TX

Duties:

• Lead all aspects of affordable housing development and finance transactions, including structuring, drafting, and negotiating transaction documents.

• Handle due diligence, project management, and direct interactions with clients and opposing parties.

• Work closely with clients to provide legal advice and handle complex transactions.

• Negotiate business and legal issues within affordable housing projects.

• Collaborate with other team members to manage the progress of ongoing transactions.

• Maintain clear and concise communication (both oral and written) with clients, team members, and opposing parties.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of law firm experience focused on affordable housing transactions, including finance, development, and incentives.

• Ability to manage affordable housing projects from initial structuring through to final transaction, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating documents.

• Experience in handling various transaction documents and conducting due diligence.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while working under pressure.

• Strong interpersonal skills to succeed in a collaborative team environment.

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

• Strong leadership and client-facing experience, including the ability to work with sophisticated and demanding clients.

Education:

• J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school.

• Strong academic record.

Certifications:

• Admitted to the State Bar in the relevant jurisdiction (Texas, Ohio, or Florida depending on location).

Skills:

• Expertise in affordable housing law, finance, development, and incentives.

• Ability to lead projects and negotiate complex transactions.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including a performance bonus.

• Top-tier benefits package.

• Collegial and collaborative work environment.

• Salary commensurate with experience.

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