Cliffordchance

Project Development and Finance Associate Attorney

New York, NY 10001-1696, United States · Hybrid · Full-time

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EmployerCliffordchance
LocationNew York, NY 10001-1696, 10001, United States
Work styleHybrid
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted3 days ago

The role

We advise on all aspects of project development and finance across the energy, infrastructure, natural resources and transport sectors. Our work includes advising on project and financing documentation, public‑private partnerships, multi‑source financings, risk allocation and regulatory matters. We act for sponsors, lenders, governments, contractors and investors on greenfield and brownfield projects worldwide, including projects supporting the energy transition. Working with colleagues in construction, environmental, tax, regulatory and disputes practices, we provide integrated advice from project development through financing and delivery, helping clients manage complexity and deliver projects across multiple jurisdictions.

The New York office of Clifford Chance seeks finance focused attorneys who have experience in the following areas:

At least six years of experience focused on US project financing of energy and infrastructure projects
Holdco financing of energy and infrastructure projects
US tax equity financings of energy and energy transition projects
Construction to back-leverage financing; experience with other financing structures involving tax equity/tax credits, is a plus

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Your experience

The candidate should have at least six years of experience negotiating credit agreementsand collateral documents for energy and infrastructure projects. Admission to the New York bar is required. Submissions must include a resume and law school transcript(s).

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package. Subject to the candidate’s experience, the salary range for this role is $390,000–$435,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.

Equal opportunities

At Clifford Chance, we forge an inclusive culture, where all perspectives are recognised and valued. It’s a culture where everyone has equal access to opportunities to thrive and succeed, irrespective of background. We are guided by our values-based Code, which sets high standards of conduct and has a principle focused on being inclusive.

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide consideration to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We comply with the law and regulations in every location where we operate and across all aspects of employment, from recruitment and selection to development, progression, and day-to-day working life.

Find out more about our inclusive culture here.

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