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 San Diego, CA. The role involves handling debt and tax equity financings, development, and transactional work for renewable energy assets, including solar, wind, and storage infrastructure.

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
• Participation in the ABA Well-Being Pledge

This law firm was established over a century ago and specializes in transactions and litigation cases. Their areas of practice include corporate, litigation, real estate, construction, energy development, labor and employment, and technology. Their offices are located in Alaska, Idaho, Utah, Washington, California, Minnesota, Oregon, and D.C.