Energy & Infrastructure Associate: Project Finance & M&A

The People Of: Professional Services; Texas; 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

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.

About The Team

The team represents major developers, sponsors, lenders, and strategic investors on complex project development, acquisitions, and financings. You’ll work closely with market-leading partners in a collaborative environment that values autonomy, technical excellence, and commercial instinct.

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

Interested?

Contact Freddie at [e-mail] to express interest or learn more.

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