Description:
Summary:A Global Law Firm is seeking a finance Of Counsel to work in its Project & Energy Finance group, with a focus on the financing of energy transition and data center projects. This position could be located in any of our US offices. As an Of Counsel you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing team on internationally recognized matters including novel financing deals in the energy transition space.
Education:
- JD
- Bar Admission
- Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying.
Experience:
- Minimum 9 years of experience in project finance or other financings relating to the energy transition or digital infrastructure.
- Experience in drafting and negotiating loan and security documentation and coordinating complex closings.
Job Competencies & Desired Skills
- Strong analytical and writing skills
- Attention to detail
- Good business judgment
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently
- Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
- Research and problem-solving skills
- Conceptual thinking
- Ability to influence others
- Persuasive communication
- Management skills
General & Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
- Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
- Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
- Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
- Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
- Foster positive work relationships;
- Comply with all firm policies and practices;
- Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
- Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned;
- Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
