Senior Energy Transactions Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Energy Transactions Attorney in San Francisco, CA. This role involves managing complex renewable energy transactions, focusing on project development, EPC agreements, supply agreements, O&M agreements, and other service contracts. Candidates interested in Portland, Minneapolis, Sacramento, San Diego, Seattle, and Washington, DC are also encouraged to apply.

Duties

• Lead negotiation and drafting of EPC, BOP, equipment supply, O&M, and LTSA agreements.
• Manage the full life cycle of development and construction transactions.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary due diligence for financings and purchase/sale transactions.
• Advise on international trade restraints affecting procurement and integrate impacts into project documents.
• Collaborate with clients to craft practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to business development and thought leadership.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in renewable energy-focused project development transactions.
• 10+ years of experience negotiating and drafting renewable energy project development agreements.
• 10+ years of experience conducting due diligence of renewable energy project-related documents.
• Experience advising clients regarding international trade restraints and their impact on project development documents.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work successfully within a team.
• Experience exercising business and professional judgment.
• Engagement in business development and civic and professional organizations.

Education

• JD from an accredited university.

Certifications

• Active membership or commitment to applying for the California, District of Columbia, Minnesota, Oregon, or Washington state bars.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to lead and coordinate due diligence processes.
• Proficiency in advising on international trade restraints.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training programs and retreats.
• Coaching and mentoring program.
• New lawyer integration program.
• Core competency model for long-term success.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Participation in the ABA Well-Being Pledge.

This San Francisco firms nationwide practice emphasizes environmental law, real estate, natural resources, litigation, title insurance, and project finance. Although compensation is below market, the firms attorneys are very friendly; according to one associate, They are fun, interesting people we actually go out together on the weekends.