Project Finance / Infrastructure Associate

Wegman Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Global Law Firm in Washington, DC or New York, NY seeks a Mid-level Associate in infrastructure and project finance. The role offers hybrid work arrangements and exposure to landmark deals, from data centers to renewable energy projects and large-scale infrastructure financing.

The ideal candidate has 2–7 years in project/infrastructure/energy finance at a top law firm, with strong academics and DC or NY Bar eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years of project finance, infrastructure, or energy finance experience in a top-tier law firm.
• Development finance, leveraged finance, private placements, or tax equity experience.
• DC or NY Bar membership is required (or the ability to waive in).

Skills

Project finance

Infrastructure finance

Energy finance

Education

Top law school

Tools

Contract negotiation

Joint ventures

Job description

Infrastructure & Project Finance Associate Elite Global Law Firm (V10) • Washington, DC or New York, NY (Hybrid)

A global market leader in infrastructure and project finance is seeking a Mid-level Associate to join its premier practice in Washington, DC or New York. This group has pioneered developments in the field for over 40 years and is currently ranked as a top Legal Advisor on all Infrastructure Transactions Globally.

Our client operates as the industry’s "one-stop-shop," representing sponsors, companies, and financial institutions across the entire asset life cycle. As an associate in this group, you will advise on historic, news-worthy transactions, including the world’s largest data center deals, groundbreaking renewable energy projects, and massive digital infrastructure and manufacturing assets. The practice covers everything from project development and EPC arrangements to complex private credit, tax equity, and acquisition finance.

Job Requirements

• Experience: 2–7 years of project finance, infrastructure, or energy finance experience in a top-tier law firm setting.
• Scope: Demonstrated experience in development finance, leveraged finance, private placements, or tax equity.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with project development, including joint ventures, regulatory issues, and commercial contract negotiation (EPC/procurement).
• Academics: Strong academic record from a top law school and excellent communication skills are required.
• Bar: DC or NY Bar membership is required (or the ability to waive in).