Associate - Corporate - Project Finance / Infrastructure

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel, LLC is seeking an experienced Associate on behalf of a leading global law firm to join their highly regarded Project Finance & Infrastructure team based in New York . This is a unique opportunity to work on some of the most sophisticated and high-value infrastructure and public-private partnership ( PPP ) transactions in the market, alongside a team of top-tier legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities :

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of PPP-related agreements , including :

Concession agreements

Long-term lease and comprehensive agreements

Design, construction, interface, operations, and maintenance agreements

Handle secured financing transactions , including :

Credit agreements

Pledge and security agreements

Collateral agency agreements

Advise on bond-related matters , including :

Negotiation of indentures and bond purchase agreements

Drafting of disclosure documents

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage deal execution and regulatory compliance.

Provide strategic legal counsel to clients, managing relationships and deal flow efficiently.

Qualifications :

J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.

Admitted to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

4–7 years of experience preferred; however, all levels will be considered .

Proven experience in PPP transactions , secured finance , and infrastructure-related legal work .

Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage complex transactions and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation :

Annual base salary : $310,000 – $420,000

(Contingent upon experience, qualifications, and operational considerations)

Bonuses : Discretionary, performance-based

Benefits :

Comprehensive health care coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Basic life insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Professional development resources and mentorship opportunities