Energy Project Finance & Development Associate (Junior Level)

Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has a dynamic full-time employment opportunity for a junior level Associate in our Energy Project Finance & Development Practice. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country. This is a location flexible position open to multiple office locations, with the team working across the GT platform.

Job Requirements

Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience in energy, project finance, corporate, or other relevant transactional practice. Experience supporting energy project development, M&A, or project finance transactions involving sponsors, investors, developers, suppliers, and/or lenders is preferred.

 

Candidates should have an interest in, and preferably some exposure to, offtake agreements, interconnection agreements, and other project agreements. Familiarity with energy regulation, project real property, and permitting is a plus.

 

Candidates should be collaborative, detail-oriented, and eager to develop their transactional skills. Responsibilities may include assisting with the drafting and review of primary and ancillary transaction documents—such as purchase and sale agreements, investment agreements (including tax equity), financing agreements, and joint venture agreements—under the supervision of more senior attorneys. Associates will also support due diligence, transaction management, coordination with clients and internal specialist teams, and preparation of client communications and work product. Candidates should be comfortable taking on increasing responsibility and working the hours expected in a fast-paced, busy practice.

Admission to at least one state bar is required.

The expected pay range for this position is: Washington, D.C: from $225,000 to $235,000 per year
Boston: from from $225,000 to $240,000 per year Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.

GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis. ​