Associate to Counsel in Global Project, Energy, and Infrastructure Finance

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate to Counsel in Global Project, Energy, and Infrastructure Finance for their Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate will have a background in finance with a focus on project finance, energy, natural resources, infrastructure, and private equity.

Duties

• Assist in structuring and negotiating complex financial transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project finance matters.
• Conduct due diligence and draft legal documents.
• Advise clients on regulatory and compliance issues.

Requirements

• Two or more years of finance experience.
• Experience in project finance, energy, or infrastructure preferred.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Previous experience at a top-tier firm preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in good standing.

Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

There are nearly one-hundred accomplished attorneys on staff at the District of Columbia-based office. They represent clients worldwide. Areas of expertise included antitrust and international trade. A number of their practice disciplines are antitrust-competition, appellate, ERISA litigation, securities, and white collar defense-corporate investigations. The DC legal practice is dedicated to community service and pro-bono work throughout the year.