Project Finance Lawyer

Recruiting Partner: Thomas Cannon

New York, New York | Legal | Hybrid | $365,000 to $425,000 | Job ID: 169058

Job Summary

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A global law firm is seeking a senior lawyer with 5+ years of project finance experience to join its New York office as a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel. The firm has a collaborative, innovative, and cross‑border culture, with a strong strategic focus on complex, industry‑leading work.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience drafting and negotiating principal financing documentation and a background in project finance within the renewable energy sector. Experience reviewing project documentation is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑profile matters involving renewable energy, energy storage, power generation, and other energy‑transition technologies.

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a project finance lawyer
  • Strong skills in drafting and negotiating principal financing documents
  • Experience with renewable energy projects preferred
  • Experience reviewing project documentation preferred
  • Strong academic credentials

Role Highlights

  • Work on complex project finance matters alongside experienced attorneys
  • Gain exposure to global legal practices and cutting‑edge renewable energy projects
  • Join a team that values professional growth, collaboration, and excellence

Location

New York

Compensation

  • Base salary range: $365,000 – $435,000, depending on experience
  • Bonus opportunities based on individual and firm performance

Top Reasons to Join

1. Well‑Being & Inclusion

A people‑first culture with benefits such as:

  • Inclusive family‑forming and fertility support
  • Vacation stipend tied to billable thresholds
  • Wellness perks including mental‑health support and fitness benefits

2. Growth & Career Development

  • Hands‑on experience and sector‑specific training
  • Business development support
  • Executive coaching for eligible lawyers

3. Global Reach, Local Impact

  • Work on cross‑border deals and international matters
  • Opportunities for pro bono and community service

4. Collaborative Culture

  • Mentorship, innovation, and teamwork
  • Referral bonuses for bringing in top legal talent

5. Commitment to Innovation

  • Access to advanced legal technology and innovative tools

Benefits

  • Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) and profit‑sharing eligibility
  • Fertility and family‑forming benefits
  • Minimum 20 days of paid time off, plus 11 holidays
  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave for eligible employees

 

JOB ID: 169058

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