Corporate Associate Attorney (Projects & Infrastructure)

Corporate AssociateDirect Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a premier Projects & Infrastructure practice in New York. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with infrastructure, project finance, and public-private partnership (PPP) experience who is looking to work on complex, high-profile projects across a variety of sectors.The ideal candidate will have experience negotiating project agreements, infrastructure financings, and PPP transactions, with the ability to manage sophisticated matters involving sponsors, developers, lenders, investors, and governmental entities.ResponsibilitiesAdvise clients on complex infrastructure and project development transactionsRepresent sponsors, developers, investors, lenders, and project stakeholders in: Public-private partnership (PPP) transactionsInfrastructure development projectsProject financingsBond financingsLong-term concession arrangementsDraft and negotiate: Concession agreementsLong-term lease agreementsComprehensive agreementsDesign agreementsConstruction agreementsOperations and maintenance agreementsInterface agreementsStructure and negotiate secured financing transactions, including: Credit agreementsSecurity agreementsPledge agreementsCollateral agency agreementsAssist with bond financings, including: IndenturesBond purchase agreementsDisclosure documentsCoordinate transaction teams and manage deals from development through closingQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law schoolPreferred law school class years 2019–2021 (all qualified experience levels will be considered)4–6 years of relevant projects, infrastructure, or project finance experienceExperience with public-private partnership (PPP) transactionsSignificant experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreementsExperience with secured financings and project-related financing structuresExperience with bond financing transactions and related documentationStrong drafting, negotiation, and project management skillsExcellent analytical, organizational, and communication abilitiesOutstanding academic credentialsPreferred ExperienceConcession agreementsInfrastructure development projectsTransportation, energy, utility, or public infrastructure projectsProject finance transactionsPublic sector contracting and procurement mattersCompensation & BenefitsSalary range: $310,000 – $390,000Compensation 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 Projects & Infrastructure practiceWork on high-profile infrastructure and PPP transactionsGain exposure to sophisticated project finance and development mattersRepresent leading sponsors, developers, investors, and public entitiesSignificant client interaction and transaction leadership opportunitiesStrong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth potentialDirect Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.