Job Details

A leading AmLaw ranked international law firm is seeking a mid-level associate to join its Energy Transactions team in Houston. Alternate office locations may be considered depending on business needs and candidate experience.

This is an opportunity to join a growing and well-established energy practice, advising clients on power and renewable energy transactions, including M&A and joint ventures.

The role is suited to an associate comfortable handling complex, multi-party transactions while working closely with senior lawyers and clients.

The Role

• Advise on power and renewable energy M&A and joint venture transactions
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents, including:
• Purchase and sale agreements
• Joint venture agreements
• Development agreements
• Manage due diligence and transaction processes through to closing
• Work within multi-disciplinary teams across offices
• Take on direct client interaction and responsibility

Must-Haves

• 4–6 years' experience in transactional law (ideally energy-focused)
• Experience in M&A and/or joint venture transactions
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Solid organisational and project management ability
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership and good standing with the Texas Bar (or ability to obtain)

Nice-to-Haves

• Direct experience in power and renewable energy transactions
• Exposure to complex, multi-jurisdictional deals
• Strong interpersonal and client-facing skills
• Experience working across cross-office or multidisciplinary teams

Comp & Benefits

• Salary: $290,000 – $390,000 (dependent on experience)
• Bonus: Performance-based (firm discretionary)
• Benefits include:
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life & disability insurance
• Adoption assistance
• Backup dependent care

Why Join This Firm

• Strong and growing energy and renewables platform
• High-quality deal flow across power, infrastructure, and energy transition
• Opportunity for early responsibility on complex transactions
• Collaborative, cross-office team environment
• Clear pathway for long-term development within a leading practice

Application Requirements

• CV / Resume
• Law school transcript
• Deal sheet (if available)

Interested? Apply with your resume and we will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.