What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Finance Associate Attorney position at Career Legal?
A national Am Law Top 100 firm is seeking a mid-level attorney to join its Washington, D.C. office. This position involves sophisticated transactional work supporting clients engaged in major energy and infrastructure initiatives across the U.S. and internationally.
Position Overview
The attorney will assist clients with a variety of complex commercial arrangements related to the development and operation of large-scale assets. Responsibilities may include:
- Drafting and negotiating contracts connected to development, construction, supply, investment structures, and joint ventures
- Reviewing long-form agreements and identifying key legal and business issues
- Assisting in structuring commercial relationships and supporting clients through multiple phases of ongoing transactions
- Coordinating deliverables and information across internal teams and external stakeholders
- Supporting matters that require collaboration across offices and practice groups
This role provides meaningful responsibility, exposure to high-value work, and opportunities to engage with clients on long-term business matters.
Desired Qualifications
The firm is seeking candidates with:
- 4 years of transactional experience in areas such as energy, infrastructure, finance, or other complex commercial transactions
- Strong drafting and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple active matters simultaneously
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
- Admission to the Washington, D.C. Bar, or eligibility to obtain it
- Interest in large commercial projects and multi-party transactions is beneficial.
Compensation
- Salary range for Washington, D.C.: $320,000 – $400,000
- Bonus eligibility
- Full benefits package, including health coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, and professional development resources
About the Firm
The hiring organization is a national Am Law Top 100 firm with a broad platform and an international footprint. Attorneys work closely with colleagues across various offices and practice areas on sophisticated matters involving diverse industries. The culture emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and opportunities to take on substantial responsibility from an early stage.
Salary : $310,000 - $400,000