DLA Piper
Mid to Senior Projects & Energy Finance Associate (Multi Office)
DLA Piper, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Summary
DLA Piper is seeking a mid to senior-level finance associate 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 associate 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 4 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.
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
Hybrid with some in-office expectations.
Application Process
Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com (%20legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com) . Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.
Search Firms
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal. If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com (to%E2%80%AFlegalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com) .
Pay Transparency
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $310,000 - $435,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-CS1
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center (https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=09b17fa3-b781-4022-bfdd-ec61a570463c&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) .
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive
Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Get to Know Us
We invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper.
Laterals (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/laterals)
Lateral Partners
Law Students (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/law-students)
Business Professionals
Recruitment Agencies:
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link (https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/dlapiper/login.htmld?redirect=n) to review positions accepting agency submissions.
Lawyer Positions Only: If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com
Summary
DLA Piper is seeking a mid to senior-level finance associate 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 associate 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 4 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.
Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
Hybrid with some in-office expectations.
Application Process
Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com (%20legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com) . Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders.
Search Firms
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal. If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com (to%E2%80%AFlegalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com) .
Pay Transparency
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $310,000 - $435,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-CS1
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center (https://mandatoryview.com/?LicenceId=09b17fa3-b781-4022-bfdd-ec61a570463c&ProductType=OnlineApplicant) .
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive
Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.
Get to Know Us
We invite you to learn more about us. Please visit the following pages for more information about DLA Piper.
Laterals (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/laterals)
Lateral Partners
Law Students (http://www.dlapiper.com/en-us/careers/law-students)
Business Professionals
Recruitment Agencies:
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal via the following link (https://www.myworkday.com/wday/authgwy/dlapiper/login.htmld?redirect=n) to review positions accepting agency submissions.
Lawyer Positions Only: If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to legalrecruiting-bos@dlapiper.com