Project Development Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Project Development Associate in Houston. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 6 years of significant transactional experience in energy and infrastructure project development. The role involves working closely with partners and clients on sophisticated transactions.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Support project financings and project acquisitions.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Lead M&A due diligence exercises.
• Advise on deal structuring.

Requirements

• 3 to 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with project finance and joint ventures desired.
• Understanding of M&A processes.
• Experience with tax equity transactions helpful.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead due diligence exercises.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

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

This is one of the largest law firms in Texas. It has offices around the world and a full-service practice that includes the highest levels of litigation, corporate, energy, intellectual property and other types of law. Attorneys are able to improve their skills by participating in the firm's substantial formal training programs. The atmosphere is informal and friendly, so associates are able to interact with partners and receive mentoring from them.