Corporate Associate Attorney (Private Equity M&A – Energy & Infrastructure)

Corporate AssociateDirect Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a premier Energy & Infrastructure M&A practice in Houston. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with private equity transactional experience who is looking to work on sophisticated acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and project-related transactions across the energy, infrastructure, power, and renewables sectors.The ideal candidate will have experience representing private equity sponsors and advising clients on complex transactions involving energy and infrastructure assets.ResponsibilitiesAdvise private equity sponsors, project developers, infrastructure funds, utilities, and asset owners on strategic transactionsRepresent clients in: acquisitions and divestitures, joint ventures, infrastructure investments, energy transactions, strategic corporate transactionsLead and support transaction execution from bid process through closingDraft and negotiate: purchase and sale agreements, joint venture agreements, transaction documents, ancillary agreementsCoordinate due diligence and transaction teamsWork closely with project finance, tax, regulatory, and energy attorneys on multidisciplinary mattersAdvise clients on investments involving energy infrastructure, power generation, renewable energy projects, utility assets, infrastructure platformsManage client relationships and day-to-day transaction responsibilitiesQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school4–7 years of private equity M&A experienceExperience representing energy and infrastructure private equity sponsors preferredSignificant experience with mergers and acquisitions, joint venture transactions, private equity investments, infrastructure transactions, energy transactionsStrong drafting, negotiation, and deal management skillsExperience managing complex transactions from inception through closingExcellent analytical and problem-solving abilitiesStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to work independently while managing significant responsibilityStrong academic credentialsCompensation & 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 leading Energy & Infrastructure M&A practiceWork on sophisticated transactions involving private equity sponsors and major infrastructure investorsGain exposure to energy, power, renewables, and infrastructure assets across multiple sectorsUnique opportunity to combine corporate M&A and project finance-related workSignificant client interaction and responsibility on high-profile transactionsStrong platform for long-term career growth and professional developmentDirect Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.