Mid-Level Renewable Energy Tax Associate

Recruiter

Minneapolis, MN

Mid-Level Renewable Energy Tax Associate

Attorney

1-12 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a mid-level transactional tax associate to join its Energy Project Development and Finance group. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic, nationally recognized practice, focusing on renewable energy and energy transition projects. The role is location-flexible and offers a competitive compensation package, as well as comprehensive benefits.

Location:

• Minneapolis, MN

Duties:

• Provide transactional tax support for renewable energy and energy transition projects.
• Represent sponsors, lenders, or investors in renewable energy or power projects, tax-equity financing, and tax credit transfer transactions.
• Work on structuring and negotiating tax-advantageous transactions, including those involving complex tax credits and incentives.
• Assist with financing strategies, tax credit transactions, and other tax-related matters for energy projects.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide comprehensive legal advice and solutions to clients in the renewable energy sector.
• Engage in client interaction and advise on renewable energy laws, policies, and regulations.

Requirements:

• 2 to 6 years of transactional tax experience, with a focus on renewable energy and energy transition preferred.
• Experience with tax-equity financing, tax credits, and energy projects is highly desired.
• Strong background in partnership tax and transactional experience, with a keen interest in renewable energy law.
• Admission to one or more state bars is required.
• An . in Taxation is preferred, though not mandatory.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• . in Taxation is preferred but not required.

Certifications:

• Must be admitted to practice law in at least one state jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of renewable energy, tax equity, and tax credit transactions.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and work with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and research skills, with an ability to think strategically.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, with location-specific pay ranges:
• Discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Health insurance, including optional HSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary insurance options (accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, pet insurance).
• Commuter and transit programs in certain markets.
• Strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and career development.