DC Project Development and Finance Associate Attorney

As a global law firm our work spans jurisdictions, cultures, and languages – and so do our people. Our culture is collaborative and inclusive, where diverse perspectives are recognised and valued. Where performing to your highest ability, unlocks equal access to opportunities to learn, thrive and grow. We combine deep legal expertise and commercial intelligence to grow, transform, protect, and defend our clients' businesses, across every critical moment. We operate in the sectors and regions that matter to our clients. With forward-thinking insights and innovative, tech-enabled solutions that combine deep knowledge of their sectors and markets. You’ll build connections and work with colleagues as one global team. You’ll unlock opportunities for clients, across borders, cultures, legal and commercial disciplines. Join us to work with colleagues as one global team – empowering each other to be exceptional and create advantage for our clients.

Responsibilities

The Project Development and Finance group advises 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.

Qualifications

• At least three 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
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited US law school
• High academic achievement
• Strong interest in the subject area, entrepreneurial and a team‑player
• Admitted to (or possessing the ability to waive into) the Washington, D.C. bar
• Prior experience at a peer Am Law or international law firm

Benefits

Clifford Chance US LLP offers a comprehensive benefits and compensation package.

Pay

Subject to the candidate's experience, the salary range for this role is $260,000‑$390,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.