Energy Project Finance Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level project finance attorney with debt and tax equity experience to join their team in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to represent clients in the renewable energy sector, working on transactions related to the development, acquisition, and financing of energy projects.

Duties

• Represent sponsors and financing parties in renewable energy projects.
• Draft and negotiate debt term sheets, loan agreements, and security documents.
• Draft and negotiate equity capital contribution agreements and partnership agreements.
• Manage junior associates and transaction processes.
• Communicate directly with clients and third-party advisors.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in the energy industry at a large law firm or comparable in-house role.
• Excellent oral communication, writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage projects and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong academic credentials from a top-tier law school.
• Admitted to and in good standing with the state bar in which they reside.

Education

• Juris Doctor from a top-tier law school.

Certifications

• Member in good standing with the state bar.

Skills

• Strong familiarity with project finance work in the energy industry.
• Experience with debt and tax equity work.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating legal documents.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a growing industry with substantive client responsibility.

This California-based AmLaw100 firm is appealing for its professional culture, but relaxed and laid-back atmosphere. Famous for its corporate practice, the attorneys at this firm are proud of the work they perform and are always striving to do ?good work,? while still maintaining a healthy family- balance and interacting with their colleagues in firm-wide social events. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.