Associate – Energy Advisory (Project Finance) – New York or Washington, D.C.

Associate – Energy Advisory (Project Finance) – New York or Washington, D.C.

Job Description:

The New York and Washington, D.C. offices of McDermott, Will & Emery seek a 3^rd – 5^th year Associate with a Project Finance background to join its Energy Advisory group.

McDermott advises industry-leading clients on some of the largest, highest-profile and most complex renewable energy project financing transactions around the globe. Our 40+ lawyer renewable energy team is routinely selected by global market leaders to create innovative structures, to mitigate risk and to create business opportunities in a complex and dynamic energy sector. We represent leading project sponsors and developers, private equity funds, tax equity investors, financial institutions, independent power producers, regulated utilities, corporate power purchasers and equipment manufacturers along the entire arc of project development, construction, operation, finance and acquisition.

Applications should be submitted online through our web apply portal. Questions can be directed to Renee Richford, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager, at Rrichford@mwe.com.

Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune,  The American Lawyer,  Vault and the Human Rights Campaign, among others. 

At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office, through personalized guidance, structured mentorship, and confidential career coaching.

With us, you’ll find:

• A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
• Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance. We’re proud to be the first firm to offer billable hours for wellness.
• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.  Our individual merit-based system enabled 67% of our associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2024.

Job Requirements:

• 3-5 years of project finance project finance transactions involving sponsors, investors, developers, and/or lenders, with a focus on renewable power and energy transition
• Capable of taking on significant responsibility for drafting primary deal documents (including purchase and sale agreements, investment agreements (including tax equity), financing agreements and joint venture agreements
• Team-oriented with strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working effectively within a deadline-driven environment is required
• Strong academic credentials
• Must be admitted to practice in NY or Washington, D.C.

As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office.

Expected Pay Range for Associates: 2025/2024 Class Compensation Years: $225,000

2023 Class Compensation Years: $235,000

                                                           2022 Class Compensation Years: $260,000

                                                           2021 Class Compensation Years: $310,000

                                                           2020 Class Compensation Years: $365,000

                                                           2019 Class Compensation Years: $390,000

                                                           2018 Class Compensation Years: $420,000

                                                           2017 and more senior class compensation years: $435,000