Debt Finance Associate Attorney – Energy & Infrastructure

Debt Finance AssociateDirect Counsel is seeking a Debt Finance Associate with 2–6 years of experience to join a premier Energy & Infrastructure Finance practice. This is an exceptional opportunity for attorneys interested in representing private equity sponsors, developers, lenders, strategic investors, and infrastructure companies in sophisticated domestic and international financing transactions.The practice advises on the financing, acquisition, development, and operation of complex energy and infrastructure projects across renewable energy, conventional power, oil and gas, LNG, hydrogen, renewable fuels, digital infrastructure, data centers, and telecommunications sectors.ResponsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate financing documents, including credit agreements, note purchase agreements, security documents, depositary agreements, and related transaction documentsAdvise clients on domestic and international debt financing transactions involving energy and infrastructure assetsReview and negotiate commercial and project-related agreements supporting project financings and acquisitionsSupport acquisition financings, leveraged transactions, and project development mattersConduct legal due diligence and assist with transaction structuring and executionCoordinate with sponsors, developers, lenders, investors, and multidisciplinary deal teams throughout the transaction lifecycleCollaborate with attorneys across finance, private equity, M&A, tax, project development, and regulatory practicesQualifications2–6 years of debt finance, leveraged finance, project finance, or related transactional experienceExperience drafting and negotiating financing documents for complex debt transactionsEnergy and infrastructure financing experience strongly preferredAcquisition finance experience, particularly involving energy and infrastructure assets, is a plusExcellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and project management skillsOutstanding academic credentials and strong attention to detailAdmission to practice in New York or eligibility to obtain admission preferredCompensation & BenefitsBase salary range: $235,000 – $390,000Competitive bonus opportunitiesComprehensive health and wellness benefitsRetirement and savings plan optionsOpportunity to work on market-leading energy and infrastructure transactions alongside highly regarded finance and project development attorneysThis opportunity offers exposure to some of the most sophisticated energy and infrastructure projects in the world, including renewable energy, digital infrastructure, conventional power, and large-scale project financings.Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through Direct Counsel.