Finance Associate (Project Development & Finance) - D.C
Direct CounselHouston, Texas, United States • New York, New York, United States • San Diego, California, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted July 23, 2025
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
Seeking a highly qualified mid-level Associate to join a dynamic and globally recognized team working on complex, high-stakes infrastructure and energy projects.
Requirements
- JD from a top-tier law school
- Active and good standing membership with the state bar (or eligibility to waive in)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in project development, project finance, or related practice areas
- Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or energy transactions preferred
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Excellent academic credentials and professional recommendations
Benefits
- Competitive compensation at Cravath Scale
- Join a top-ranked Project Development & Finance group
- Work with a collaborative, high-performing team across global offices
- Gain exposure to market-leading transactions and sophisticated clients
