Junior Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Title: Junior Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Location: Austin, TX

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a motivated Junior Project Finance Associate to join its dynamic team in the Financial Services Practice. The ideal candidate will possess 2-3 years of experience in project finance, with exposure to various financings such as tax equity bridge loans, backleverage financings, and pre-NTP financings. This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional development in a collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate credit facilities, depositary account agreements, letters of credit, and performance and payment bonds.
• Prepare and review the balance of plant agreements, supply agreements (including transformer, module, BESS, turbine, and inverter supply agreements), and offtake and tolling agreements.
• Draft and close 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.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare bankability analyses on project documents.
• Provide legal support in various project finance transactions for both lenders and borrowers.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in project finance, with familiarity in both lender- and borrower-side transactions.
• Proficiency in drafting LSTA credit agreements and New York law-governed security documents.
• Experience with project documents such as EPC contracts, offtake agreements, supply agreements, and reliance letters.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in Austin, TX, or eligibility to become licensed in the jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive and team-oriented approach.
• High-level organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Job Location:

• Austin, TX

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.