Mid And Senior-Level Project Finance And Development Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in New York City is seeking a highly experienced Mid and Senior-Level Project Finance and Development Attorney with a minimum of 6 years of specialized experience in project finance, particularly within a large national or international law firm setting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in credit and security documentation, possess expertise in due diligence processes for large-scale renewable and conventional power and energy projects, and exhibit a proven track record in managing closings for project finance and acquisition (leveraged) finance transactions.

Duties:

• Conduct due diligence for large renewable and conventional power and energy projects.
• Manage and lead closings for project finance and acquisition (leveraged) finance transactions in power, energy, and infrastructure.
• Draft and review bid and commitment papers related to project finance transactions.
• Handle a variety of financings, including tax equity financings and other financing arrangements for renewables, transportation infrastructure, and conventional power generation.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of ISDA, EEI, and similar enabling documentation.
• Provide legal counsel on lender and sponsor-side matters.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project finance.
• Previous experience in a large national or international law firm is preferred.
• In-depth familiarity with credit and security documentation.
• Proven expertise in due diligence processes for large power and energy projects.
• Experience in managing closings for project finance and acquisition (leveraged) finance transactions.
• Knowledge of tax equity financings and other financings for renewables, transportation infrastructure, and conventional power generation.
• Familiarity with ISDA, EEI, and other enabling documentation.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of New York.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Proficiency in relevant legal software and technology.

Located on the Avenue of the Americas in midtown Manhattan, this firms attorneys handle huge transactions, complex litigation, and sensitive international matters. Their New York clients include more than 30 major financial institutions and a variety of Fortune 500 corporations. Attorneys here are given competitive salaries and do sophisticated work in a friendly, personable office environment. The firm is internally organized by practice teams to facilitate management and client service. Each attorney is a member of one of the firm's practice teams in order to focus on specific practice areas and industries. Cross-Team and cross-office participation is strongly encouraged and many employees draw freely on the firm's national resources, working closely with their colleagues in other office locations. Associates are given tremendous responsibility, but the firm always seeks to balance workload and the quality of life of its associates and partners. The firm also considers requests for flexible work hours and a number of associates have elected to work part-time. In addition to work, this firm makes time for pro bono work and community service.