Posted August 19, 2026
Mid-Level Associate: Energy & Infrastructure (M&A Transactions)
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
New York, NY
Full Time
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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associates for our Energy & Infrastructure group. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C., or San Francisco office. These associates will work on energy and digital infrastructure deals and should have comfort with and interest in the energy industry and core agreements and structures. Experience with utilities, independent power producers, data center development, behind the meter and colocation power structures, PPAs, renewables and LNG is preferred. The ideal candidates should have 3-5 years of energy and infrastructure M&A or related experience, be admitted to the New York, D.C., or California bar and have excellent credentials.
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.
*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits
*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits
