Corporate Associate Attorney (Energy & Infrastructure M&A)

Corporate AssociateDirect Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a premier Energy & Infrastructure M&A practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with private equity M&A experience who is looking to work on sophisticated transactions across the energy, power, renewables, and infrastructure sectors.The ideal candidate will have experience representing private equity sponsors in complex acquisitions and strategic transactions and a strong interest in the intersection of M&A, project finance, and infrastructure investments.ResponsibilitiesAdvise clients on complex energy and infrastructure transactionsRepresent: private equity sponsors, infrastructure funds, project developers, utilities, infrastructure owners and operatorsHandle: acquisitions and divestitures, joint venture transactions, strategic investments, infrastructure M&A transactions, project-related transactionsDraft and negotiate acquisition agreements, joint venture agreements, and related transaction documentsLead transaction execution from bid process through closingCoordinate due diligence, transaction management, and closing activitiesCollaborate with project finance, tax, regulatory, and finance attorneysAdvise clients on opportunities across energy, power, renewables, infrastructure, energy transition sectorsQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school4–7 years of private equity M&A experienceExperience representing energy and infrastructure private equity sponsorsSignificant experience handling M&A transactions and joint venturesStrong drafting, negotiation, and deal management skillsUnderstanding of infrastructure and energy-sector transactionsExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilitiesAbility to manage sophisticated transactions with substantial client contactStrong business judgment and client-service orientationOutstanding academic credentialsPreferred ExperienceInfrastructure transactionsEnergy and power sector transactionsRenewable energy transactionsProject finance-related transactionsFund and sponsor-side transaction workCompensation & BenefitsSalary range: $310,000 – $420,000Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerationsDiscretionary performance-based bonus opportunitiesComprehensive healthcare benefitsRetirement benefitsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Paid vacation and sick timeParental leaveBasic life insuranceWhy This OpportunityJoin a premier Energy & Infrastructure M&A practiceWork on sophisticated transactions across the energy, renewables, power, and infrastructure sectorsRepresent leading private equity sponsors, infrastructure funds, and strategic investorsGain meaningful client exposure and transaction leadership opportunitiesWork on cross-disciplinary matters combining M&A and project financeStrong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunitiesDirect Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.