Economic Development Finance Attorney (2+ Years)

Dayton, OH | Full-Time | Work arrangement to be confirmed

Drawn to deals that help communities grow? This Dayton role sits on a busy economic development finance team doing transactional real estate, public procurement and public-private structures.

In collaboration with a well-regarded firm active in public finance and economic development, Protem Legal is hiring for an Economic Development Finance Attorney.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Dayton-based seat on a strong economic development finance team
• Transactional real estate and public-entity work with real project impact
• Published pay range of $190,000–$218,000
• Room to grow into commercial finance, public finance, construction and P3 work

About the Role

You’ll support economic development and real estate transactions for public and private clients, including public procurement and government contracts. The team values strong project managers who can work across several attorneys and deal types.

What You’ll Do

• Handle transactional real estate and economic development matters
• Advise on public procurement and government contracts
• Support commercial finance, public finance, construction and public-private partnership work as needed
• Manage multiple assignments for several attorneys with clear deadlines
• Draft and negotiate with precision, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of transactional experience in real estate and economic development, including public-entity representation
• Excellent academics and high ethical standards
• Strong writing, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proven project-management skills across varied assignments

Helpful Experience

• Commercial finance, public finance, economic development finance, construction or Public-Private Partnerships (P3)

Work Environment

This is a full-time role based in the firm’s Dayton, Ohio office. Application deadline listed by the firm: February 26, 2027.

Compensation

$190,000–$218,000 per year, based on background, experience and education.

How to Apply

If economic development finance is where you want to grow, apply confidentially through Protem Legal. We’ll contact you before anything is shared with the firm.