ESG / Sustainable Finance Associate (6th-8th Year)

Paul Hastings LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 390,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking law firm is seeking a dynamic ESG/Sustainable Finance Associate to join their collaborative team. This role requires strong legal expertise in advising sophisticated clients on evolving ESG regulations and strategic opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess a proven track record in navigating complex legal issues and demonstrate exceptional client management skills. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in an essential area of law. If you are passionate about sustainable finance and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 6th-8th year law associate with experience in ESG and sustainable finance.
• Strong academic credentials and law firm experience required.

Responsibilities

• Advise private equity firms and corporations on ESG-related legal issues.
• Navigate complex regulatory requirements and investor demands.

Skills

ESG Advisory

Legal Research

Client Management

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

ESG / Sustainable Finance Associate (6th-8th Year)

The ESG & Sustainable Finance practice of Paul Hastings is seeking a 6th-8th year Associate to join a collaborative and growing team. Experience advising sophisticated private equity firms, corporations and project sponsors and lenders on complex and evolving legal issues relating to ESG and climate-related regulatory requirements, investor demands, strategic opportunities (including transaction strategies) and voluntary reporting frameworks is preferred. Strong achievement drive, strong academic credentials, law firm experience, the ability to navigate a broad range of work and client management skills are required.

Candidates may sit in any of our U.S. offices. All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

The salary wage range that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $390,000 and a maximum of $435,000 (annually). The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

About Paul Hastings
With widely recognized elite teams in finance, mergers & acquisitions, private equity, restructuring and special situations, litigation, employment and real estate, Paul Hastings is a premier law firm providing intellectual capital and superior execution globally to the world's leading investment banks, asset managers, and corporations.

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