Energy Project Finance & Development Associate (Mid-Senior Level)
Direct CounselBoston, Massachusetts, United States • Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States • New York, New York, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted January 5, 2026
225000 - 440000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking an Associate with significant experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance to lead and support transactions involving energy project sponsors, investors, developers, suppliers, and lenders.
Requirements
- Admission to one or more state bars
- Significant experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance
- Strong knowledge of energy regulation, real property issues, and project permitting
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- FSAs
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Employee assistance programs