Junior Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Title: Junior Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Location: Miami, FL

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Miami, FL, is seeking a talented Junior Project Finance Associate Attorney to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will bring 2-3 years of experience in project finance, including expertise in structuring and executing various types of financings such as tax equity bridge loans, pre-NTP financings, and backleverage financings. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects within a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Duties:

• Assist in structuring and drafting various types of project finance documents, including credit facilities, depositary account agreements, and performance bonds.
• Draft and negotiate complex agreements such as the balance of plant agreements, supply agreements (for equipment like transformers, turbines, and inverters), and offtake/tolling agreements.
• Draft and review security documents, including security agreements, pledge agreements, financing statements, and control agreements.
• Prepare NY-law legal opinions, direct agreements, consents to collateral assignments, and reliance letters.
• Contribute to due diligence processes and prepare bankability analysis on project documents.
• Provide support in closing deals and ensure compliance with all necessary documentation and procedures.
• Assist senior attorneys in managing client relationships and providing legal advice on a wide range of project finance matters.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in project finance, with either lender-side or borrower-side exposure.
• Strong familiarity with credit agreements, project documents (EPC Contracts, Supply Agreements, Offtake Agreements), and New York law-governed security documents.
• Experience in preparing legal opinions and understanding complex financing structures.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with other team members, displaying entrepreneurial initiative.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks and managing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• JD from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice law in the state of Florida.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment while taking ownership of individual projects.
• Knowledge of the project finance landscape and key legal considerations.

Job Location:

• Miami, FL.

Prestige, opportunity, diversity, and tremendous culture draw associates to this global conglomerate firm. With 200 practice areas, this firm is highly regarded and goes above and beyond with its efforts both within the firm and outside the firm. Current associates boast a wonderful work/life balance, as well as the ability to work with dedicated and leaders and just overall ?great people.? Associates welcome being part of a firm known to be a leader in inclusion. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.