Mid-Senior Level Energy Project Finance Associate Attorney

3-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Energy Project Finance Associate Attorney for its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance transactions, with a focus on renewable power and energy transition. The Energy Project Finance Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling energy project development, M&A, and project finance transactions. This role requires strong transactional experience, familiarity with energy regulatory matters, and the ability to lead complex diligence and deal management.

Duties:

• Handle energy project development, M&A, and project finance transactions
• Draft primary deal documents, including purchase and sale agreements, investment agreements (including tax equity), financing agreements, and joint venture agreements
• Lead complex diligence and deal management
• Manage junior associates and internal specialist teams
• Interact with clients and maintain high-quality work product
• Stay updated on energy regulatory matters, project real property, and permitting requirements
• Review and negotiate offtake agreements, interconnection agreements, and other commercial contracts

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in the project development and finance group
• Admission to one or more State Bars
• Strong transactional experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance
• Familiarity with energy regulatory matters and permitting requirements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively

Education:

JD degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to one or more State Bars

Skills:

• Transactional experience in energy project development, M&A, and project finance
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to lead complex diligence and deal management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The team-oriented mindset with the ability to take on significant responsibility.

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