Public/Project Finance Associate

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Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Public and Project Finance Associate Attorney with 2 to 5 years of transactional finance experience to join its practice group. This role involves working with a dynamic team representing developers, borrowers, issuers, underwriters, and lenders in complex public and private infrastructure finance transactions, including renewable energy, healthcare, education, housing, and water/sewer projects. This opportunity offers significant responsibility, direct client interaction, and business development engagement.

Location:

• Philadelphia, PA

Duties:

• Structure, negotiate, and close public and project finance transactions

• Draft and review legal documents related to bonds, loans, and tax equity financing

• Advise clients including government entities, underwriters, developers, and lenders

• Work on projects across sectors such as renewable energy, healthcare, education, and infrastructure

• Conduct legal research, due diligence, and risk assessment

• Collaborate with internal teams and provide strategic transaction guidance

• Participate in marketing and business development efforts, including attending industry conferences

Requirements:

• 2 to 5 years of experience in public finance, project finance, or general finance transactions

• Familiarity with tax equity structures and finance documentation

• Demonstrated experience in closing transactions

• Ability to take on significant responsibility and engage with clients directly

• Team-oriented and highly organized professional

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active bar license in Colorado, Minnesota, or Pennsylvania (preferred)

Skills:

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills

• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines effectively

• Excellent communication and client service skills

• Interest in and aptitude for business development and client relationship building

• Collaborative, proactive, and responsive team member

Benefits:

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance and short-/long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA)

• Subsidized emergency child and elder care services

• Paid family and medical leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Pre-tax transportation benefits

• Inclusive and collaborative work culture with professional growth opportunities

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306