Energy & Infrastructure Associate

The People Of: Professional Services; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 305,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Discretionary bonus

Mentorship program

Wellness benefits

Generous PTO

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a mid to senior level Energy & Infrastructure Associate to join its Houston-based projects group. This role focuses on leading high-value transactions in energy and infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of experience with project finance and M&A, and must have a JD from a top-tier law school. The position offers a salary range of $305,000 – $390,000, along with top-tier benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience focusing on project finance and/or M&A.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Member of the Texas Bar or eligible to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support energy and infrastructure M&A and/or project finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate project and finance documents.
• Advise on multi-jurisdictional transactions involving energy assets.

Skills

Project finance

M&A

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Client relationship management

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Energy & Infrastructure Associate (Mid to Senior Level) – Houston

Location: Houston, TX

Experience: 3–6 Years PQE | Project Finance & M&A

About The Team

An elite Am Law firm is seeking a mid to senior level Energy & Infrastructure Associate (Class of 2021–2019) to join its Houston-based projects group. This role offers the opportunity to lead high-value transactions within a premier platform focused on energy, infrastructure, and power assets across North America and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support energy and infrastructure M&A and/or project finance transactions
• Draft and negotiate project and finance documents including credit agreements, purchase agreements, and development contracts
• Advise on complex multi-jurisdictional transactions involving conventional and renewable energy assets
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams on regulatory, tax, and environmental issues

Who You Are

• 3–6 years of experience with a focus on project finance and/or M&A
• Comfortable leading transactions and managing client relationships
• Strong analytical and drafting skills with excellent attention to detail
• JD from a top-tier law school and strong academic record
• Member of the Texas Bar (or eligible to waive in)

Compensation

Salary Range: $305,000 – $390,000 (DOE)

Benefits: Top-tier medical, dental, vision, 401(k), discretionary bonus, mentorship program, wellness benefits, and generous PTO