Senior Project Finance Associate - Renewable Energy

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Project Finance Associate specializing in renewable energy to join their team in Seattle, WA. The role involves handling debt and tax equity financings, as well as development and transactional work for renewable energy assets, including solar, wind, and storage.

Duties

• Structure, negotiate, and close construction and term debt facilities and tax credit monetization transactions.
• Draft and negotiate various financing and partnership agreements.
• Manage due diligence and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Lead and execute financing transactions, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

Requirements

• JD and active bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in debt and tax equity project finance and M&A.
• Proven ability to manage transactions independently and drive closings.
• Strong grasp of tax equity structures and partnership tax concepts.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Active bar membership

Skills

• Project management
• Team-oriented and client-focused

Benefits

• Comprehensive training programs and retreats
• Coaching and mentoring program
• Core competency model for career development
• Commitment to well-being and supportive workplace culture

Areas of specialization are transactional and litigation law. Law offices are based in seven states across the U.S. The law practice was founded in 1907. Practice areas are extensive. A sizable team of talented attorneys are on staff. The firm and attorneys have received accolades from numerous industry publications and groups over the years. Diversity in the work force is endorsed at the law practice.