Energy Advisory (M&A) Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A prominent law firm is seeking a 3rd to 5th year Associate Attorney with a background in M&A to join its Energy Advisory group in New York. This role involves advising leading clients on complex renewable energy project financing transactions, contributing to innovative strategies in a dynamic energy sector.

Location

• New York City

Duties

• Advise clients on renewable energy project financing transactions
• Collaborate with a team to develop innovative structures
• Mitigate risks and create business opportunities
• Support project sponsors, developers, and financial institutions
• Manage projects throughout the development, construction, operation, finance, and acquisition phases

Requirements

• 3-5 years of M&A experience, preferably in the renewables or electric power sector
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Experience working effectively in a deadline-driven setting
• Strong academic credentials

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active membership in the state bar

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with salary ranges based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits including wellness initiatives
• Award-winning professional development programs
• Support for a balanced life both in and outside the office

Ranked as a Vault Law 100 international law firm, attorneys at this firm win by understanding their client's business, investing in their success, and by putting their interest ahead of their own. Associates boast working with brilliant attorneys, who are easy to work with, as well as having the opportunity for exciting, substantive legal work. The firm partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. The attorneys at this firm bring their personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for their clients and the people they serve. Associate remark the firm is invested in their career destination and want to see the associates' career blossom. There is an opportunity to really grow, and the partners at the firm mentor associates and really care. The happiness factor is one of the firm's top priorities. As one associate put it, the firm is energized and it is an exciting place to be. The firms boasts a tightly-woven network of legal thought leaders who marry their passion for business with a deep, focused understanding of the law. Through their pro bono legal services, volunteer services, and charitable giving, lawyers at this firm are committed to giving back. This firm has been nationally ranked in 33 practice areas by US News.