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Project Finance & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Atlanta, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 235000 - 390000
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Atlanta Hybrid

Project Finance & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney
AmLaw 100 Opportunity
Compensation

$235000 $390000

A premier global law firm is seeking a Project Finance & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers sponsors lenders investors utilities and infrastructure companies in sophisticated project development project finance and M&A transactions.

Ideal Background

3 years of project finance infrastructure energy mergers & acquisitions or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

Experience representing developers sponsors lenders investors utilities private equity funds and infrastructure companies

Experience handling project finance transactions acquisitions dispositions joint ventures and strategic investments

Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements financing documents credit agreements joint venture agreements development agreements and other complex transaction documents

Experience managing transactions from due diligence through closing

Experience with renewable energy conventional energy infrastructure transportation utilities or large-scale development projects is preferred

Strong drafting negotiation analytical organizational and communication skills

Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Premier global Project Finance & Infrastructure practice

Sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions

Exposure to high-profile energy and infrastructure projects

Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

Interested

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if youre not actively looking or arent sure this opportunity is the right fit lets connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

Im happy to provide additional information regarding compensation billable expectations partnership track and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition



Required Experience:

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