Renewable Energy and Energy Transition Transactional Associate

4-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Title: Renewable Energy and Energy Transition Transactional Associate
Department: Business Law-Finance (Energy)
Experience: 4-8 years
Salary Range: $290,000 - $420,000

Foley & Lardner LLP, a prestigious law firm, is seeking a highly qualified associate with 4-8 years of experience to join our Renewable Energy and/or Energy Transition development and finance practices. This position is available in our San Diego, Los Angeles, or Houston offices.

The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience in renewable energy and/or energy transition matters, specifically in areas such as solar, wind, storage, hydrogen, carbon, and renewable fuels. Strong experience in complex development and finance transactions, including equity and debt financing, mergers and acquisitions, and negotiation and drafting of project documents is required. The candidate should also possess excellent drafting and project management skills.

Our energy practice is rapidly growing and we are looking for a dynamic and motivated associate who is comfortable working with diverse and multi-disciplinary teams across different offices. The candidate should also have the ability to interact directly with senior attorneys and clients. A positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic are essential for this role. Fluency in Chinese is a plus.

To be considered for this position, the candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and be an active member of the California State Bar or Texas State Bar. Interested applicants should submit a resume, law school transcript, and a cover letter indicating their office preference. We are not accepting submissions from search firms for this position.

Salary and benefits:
- Comprehensive benefit program including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Disability and Life insurance, Adoption Assistance, and Backup Care for Dependents.
- Pursuant to the CA Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the expected salary range for this position is between $290,000 - $420,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Foley is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Key Responsibilities:
- Represent and advise on matters related to complex development and finance transactions in the renewable energy and energy transition sectors.
- Negotiate and draft project documents including EPC and BOP contracts, equipment procurement agreements, O&M agreements, and similar agreements.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary transactional teams across different offices.
- Direct interaction with senior attorneys and clients.
- Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic in a fast-paced and growing environment.

Requirements:
- JD from an ABA-approved law school.
- Active member of the California State Bar or Texas State Bar.
- 4-8 years of experience in renewable energy and/or energy transition matters.
- Strong experience in complex development and finance transactions.
- Excellent drafting and project management skills.
- Fluency in Chinese is a plus.

Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefit program including Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Disability and Life insurance, Adoption Assistance, and Backup Care for Dependents.
- Salary range of $290,000 - $420,000.
- Fast-paced, collaborative, and growing work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

How to Apply:
- Submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter indicating your office preference.
- We are not accepting submissions from search firms for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Foley is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition.
- For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

H1: Join Our Thriving Renewable Energy and Energy Transition Team in a Prestigious Law Firm
H2: Seeking Experienced Associate for Renewable Energy and Energy Transition Practice

Bullet Points:
- Prestigious law firm seeking Renewable Energy and Energy Transition Transactional Associate with 4-8 years of experience.
- Position available in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Houston offices.
- Must have broad experience in renewable energy and/or energy transition matters.
- Strong experience in complex development and finance transactions required.
- Fluency in Chinese is a plus.
- Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and exceptional work ethic required.
- Comprehensive benefit program offered.
- Salary range of $290,000 - $420,000.
- Fast-paced, collaborative, and growing work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Apply by submitting resume, law school transcript, and cover letter.

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Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Disability and Life Insurance, Adoption Assistance, Backup Care for Dependents

Chinese (preferred)

Drafting, Project Management, Negotiation, Equity and Debt Financing, Mergers and Acquisitions, EPC Contracts, BOP Contracts, Equipment Procurement Agreements, O&M Agreements, Chinese Language

JD from ABA-approved law school

Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and cover letter indicating office preference. We Are Not Accepting Search Firm Submissions For This Position.

Qualification and Experience JD from ABA-approved law school

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