Mid-Level Project Finance Associate

Mid-Level Project Finance Associate

Our client is a well-established, full-service law firm with diverse practice areas including intellectual property law. They serve a wide range of clients across various industries and are committed to providing high-quality legal services. The firm values innovation, client satisfaction, and professional excellence.

Our client is seeking a Mid-Level Project Finance Associate to join their dynamic team. This role requires a professional with substantial experience in renewable energy finance and a keen understanding of complex transactions in this growing sector. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working on tax credit transactions, project financing, and conducting comprehensive due diligence.

This is NOT a remote position. Candidate must be willing and able to work onsite within one of the following locations: Houston, Los Angeles, Madison, Milwaukee, New York, or Washington DC*

This Role Offers:

• Competitive annual base salary, a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and more.
• PTO, 401(k) and retirement cash account plans to help you save for the future.
• Life insurance coverage to provide financial security for you and your loved ones.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Well-established company with ample opportunity for professional growth.

Focus:

• Lead and support renewable energy finance transactions, including managing all aspects of project finance and tax credit deals.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize complex transaction agreements, such as credit facilities and tax equity financing documents.
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive due diligence, including the review of project contracts and coordination with subject-matter experts.
• Manage and facilitate transaction closings, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met.

Skill Set:

• 3-5 years of experience in renewable energy transactions, particularly within project finance and tax credit structures.
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating transaction documentation, with a focus on credit agreements, tax equity documents, and project-related contracts.
• Strong knowledge of renewable energy legal frameworks and experience in overseeing due diligence for these transactions.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active bar membership and good standing in the jurisdiction(s) of practice.
• Experience working with various renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and other sustainable energy initiatives preferred.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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