2522 - Energy & Infrastructure Transactions - Associate

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking qualified candidates with 3+ years of experience to join its Energy, Transportation & Infrastructure practice as an energy/infrastructure transactional associate. Sidley is open to hiring candidates for this role in our New York, Los Angeles, Houston, and Dallas offices; candidates should apply to their office of interest.

The position entails representing sponsors, developers, investors, financial institutions, and other market participants in renewable and energy transition finance and M&A transactions. Candidates should have experience in project finance and tax equity transactions in the U.S. renewables and power sector and/or energy project development experience, including negotiation of material project agreements (e.g., PPA, EPC, O&M, etc.).

Candidates need to be team players with strong interpersonal skills who can manage complex transactions, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are comfortable with client interaction. Candidates applying to this job number must be admitted to practice law in New York. Prior law firm experience is required.

New York Applicants (and roles reporting to New York): Salaries may vary by location. In New York, the estimated target salary range of this role is $310,000-$435,000. Salary determinations are made based on numerous factors, such as, but not limited to, the relevant market and the skill, experience, class or graduation year, and education of the selected candidate.

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.