New York City | Hybrid
$260,000 – $390,000+
A highly respected AmLaw 200 firm is seeking a Project Finance / Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its New York office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers, sponsors, lenders, investors, private equity funds, and corporate clients in sophisticated project finance and M&A transactions across a variety of industries, including energy and infrastructure.
- 3–6 years of project finance, corporate, and/or mergers & acquisitions experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
- Experience representing developers, sponsors, lenders, borrowers, investors, private equity funds, and corporate clients
- Experience handling project financings, acquisition financings, infrastructure transactions, renewable energy projects, and other complex financing matters
- Experience with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, strategic investments, and general corporate transactions
- Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, credit agreements, project documents, joint venture agreements, operating agreements, financing documents, and ancillary transaction documents
- Experience conducting legal due diligence, managing transaction closings, and coordinating multidisciplinary deal teams
- Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
- Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction
- Excellent academic credentials
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
- New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted
✅ Sophisticated Project Finance and M&A platform
✅ Opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border transactions
✅ Exposure to renewable energy, infrastructure, and other high-profile development projects
✅ Significant client interaction and early responsibility
✅ Strong mentorship and professional development
✅ Collaborative AmLaw 200 environment
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.
I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries are always welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
[email protected]
(216) 710-5174
