Mid-Level Energy Transactions Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level energy transactions associate with at least five years of experience to join their energy development practice group in Minneapolis, MN. This role involves working on complex renewable energy transactions, focusing on project development, EPC agreements, supply agreements, and other service contracts. Opportunities are available in Portland, Minneapolis, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, DC.

Duties

• Draft EPC, BOP, equipment supply, O&M, and LTSA agreements, emphasizing risk allocation and performance.
• Facilitate the full life cycle of development and construction transactions across multiple matters.
• Coordinate and execute multidisciplinary due diligence for financings and purchase/sale transactions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in renewable energy-focused project development transactions.
• Experience drafting renewable energy project development agreements.
• Experience conducting due diligence of renewable energy project-related documents.
• Understanding of international trade restraints and their impact on project development.
• 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 communication and delegation skills.
• Ability to develop practical solutions to meet client goals.

Benefits

• Participation in training programs and retreats.
• Coaching and mentoring program.
• New lawyer integration program.
• Core competency model for long-term success.
• Commitment to diversity and well-being.

This firm was established over 100 years ago and now has 12 locations in seven states with almost 400 attorneys. They specialize in energy, intellectual property, corporate, environmental, labor and employment, litigation, land use and construction, natural resources, renewable energy, technology law, and real estate.