Digital Infrastructure Associate Chicago, IL

  • Direct Counsel
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 09/26/2026
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Job Description Job Description Digital Infrastructure Associate - Miami, FL / Chicago, IL

Direct Counsel is representing a leading AmLaw 100 firm seeking an Associate with 3-5 years of experience to join its Digital Infrastructure & Cloud Computing Practice.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise clients on digital infrastructure and cloud transactions
  • Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, data center leases, development agreements, SLAs, loan documents, and JV/operating agreements
  • Support data center acquisitions, development projects, network transactions, and cable infrastructure matters
  • Work with data center operators, cloud providers, telecom companies, investors, and lenders
  • Take on increasing responsibility and leadership within the practice
Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of relevant transactional experience
  • Experience with digital infrastructure, data centers, cloud computing, or related transactions preferred
  • Strong drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage complex matters in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Must be admitted or eligible for admission in the applicable jurisdiction
Position Details

Miami, FL or Chicago, IL
Onsite Full-Time
Digital Infrastructure / Cloud Computing Associate
Chicago: $250,000-$350,000 + benefits & discretionary bonus