Direct Counsel is looking for Project and Energy Finance Attorney - New York in New York, NY. This local job opportunity with ID 3662807954 is live since 2026-05-04 14:28:34.

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking an Associate with significant experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance. This position is location-flexible(hybrid) across multiple offices and supports a national, cross-platform energy practice.Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support transactions involving energy project sponsors, investors, developers, suppliers, and lenders.
• Draft and negotiate primary and ancillary transaction documents, including purchase and sale agreements, investment and tax equity agreements, financing documents, and joint venture agreements.
• Manage complex due diligence, oversee transaction workflows, and guide junior associates and internal specialist teams.
• Handle client communications and deliver high-quality work product within a fast-paced, active practice.
• Work with offtake agreements, interconnection agreements, and other project-related contracts.
• Apply knowledge of energy regulation, real property issues, and project permitting.
• Admission to one or more state bars required.

Compensation

• Boston: $240,000-$390,000
• Minneapolis: $225,000-$260,000
• New York City: $260,000-$440,000
• Washington, DC: $260,000-$380,000

Salary is based on experience, education, location, and market factors. Full-time employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, disability insurance, FSAs, 401(k), PTO, and employee assistance programs.