Senior-Level Affordable Housing Associate Attorney Or Counsel

Job Title:
Senior-Level Affordable Housing Associate Attorney or Counsel

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Austin, TX, is currently looking for a Senior-Level Affordable Housing Associate Attorney or Counsel with over 6 years of experience to join its dynamic team. This role focuses on affordable housing transactions, offering an exciting opportunity to engage in high-level work across a wide range of projects with both for-profit and nonprofit developers, investors, and governmental entities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in affordable housing finance, development, and incentives.

Duties:

• Lead affordable housing development and finance transactions from structuring to drafting and negotiating key documents.

• Conduct in-depth due diligence and manage multiple aspects of projects, ensuring smooth transaction flows.

• Handle all aspects of project management, coordinating closely with clients and opposing parties.

• Negotiate complex legal and business issues related to affordable housing.

• Collaborate within a team environment, providing guidance and leadership on deals.

• Maintain consistent and clear communication with clients, opposing parties, and team members, ensuring alignment and clarity.

• Effectively manage tight deadlines and high-pressure situations, delivering results under time constraints.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of law firm experience, focusing on affordable housing, including finance, development, and incentives.

• Strong experience in structuring and managing affordable housing transactions, with the ability to navigate complex legal frameworks.

• Experience in drafting and negotiating various transaction documents.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deadlines are met and stakeholders are kept informed.

• Proven ability to lead client relationships and take initiative on high-stakes deals.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with clients and internal teams.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a nationally recognized and accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Texas (or willingness to seek admission).

Skills:

• Expertise in affordable housing finance, development, and related tax credits.

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills for a variety of complex documents.

• Project management skills and the ability to lead legal teams on multi-faceted projects.

• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

• Clear and concise communication, both oral and written, with a focus on client satisfaction and internal team coordination.

Job Location:

• Austin, TX