• Location:

New York

• Department:

Legal

• Division:

Corporate & Investment Bank

• Employment Type:

Full time

• Salary:

Competitive

Legal Associate - Energy, Infrastructure & Project Finance (12948)

Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

Investec – Where Out of the Ordinary Happens

At Investec Bank, we do things differently. We're a distinctive specialist bank built on a culture of curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit and human connection. Ideas are heard, ambition is celebrated, and impact is encouraged. As part of a team that challenges convention and strives for outperformance, you'll help shape bold solutions for clients who expect something more than the ordinary.

E****nergy & Infrastructure Finance – Legal Associate (New York)

About the team:

Investec's Global Energy & Infrastructure Finance group is a growing, high-performing team working across conventional power, renewable energy, energy transition, midstream oil & gas, digital infrastructure and related sectors. You will work alongside senior legal counsel embedded directly within the banking team, collaborating with legal and business leaders, credit officers, operations, and senior executives across our global offices in New York, London and Johannesburg.

What will I be doing / Your impact:

As a Legal Associate, you will provide critical legal support across the full lifecycle of complex financing and project development transactions. Your work will have a direct impact on Investec's ability to lead, structure and execute sophisticated deals.

What do I need to bring?

You're good at:

• 2+ years' experience in project finance, leveraged finance, corporate finance, mezzanine financing, or structured transactions.

• Strong academic credentials and legal training.

• Managing complex multi-party transactions.

• Communicating clearly with stakeholders.

• Working collaboratively with global teams.

• Strong organisational and analytical skills.

Education & Licensure Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Salary Range:

$150,000 – $200,000 + annual bonus eligibility.

What's in it for you?

At Investec, you'll be empowered to bring your authentic self, contribute new ideas, and grow alongside colleagues who share your drive for excellence.

We actively seek diverse talent and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Be part of something Out of the Ordinary.

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work.

Here is a selection of what we offer;

Wellbeing

Wellbeing Subsidy, Corporate Gym Membership, Virtual GP, Peppy Health App (Fertility, Menopause and Early Parenthood), Optional Private Medical & Dental Insurance

Monetary

Non-contributory Pension & Discretionary Bonus

Life & Income Protection

Life Assurance, Critical Illness & Income Protection

Travel

Season Ticket Loan & Electric Vehicle Scheme

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to be themselves which helps to drive innovation, creativity and ultimately business performance. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same – if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

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10 East 53rd Street, 22nd Floor,, New York, USA, NY 10022

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• Benefits

Pension

Private Medical Cover

Virtual GP

Gym Discounts

Psychologist Service

Annual Leave

Life Assurance