Renewable Energy Project Development & Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm is seeking a Renewable Energy Project Development & Finance Associate to join its growing corporate practice. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in project development, finance, and commercial contracts, particularly within the renewable energy sector. The firm’s clients, including developers, investors, and utilities, are at the forefront of the clean energy transition. Associates will work on high-profile wind, solar, geothermal, and battery storage projects across the United States, with a focus on providing innovative and practical legal solutions. 

Location:

• Boise, ID

Duties:

• Advise clients on renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, geothermal, hydrogen, and battery storage.
• Draft and negotiate various agreements, such as power purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, hedge contracts, equipment supply contracts, and construction contracts.
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate transactions within the renewable energy space.
• Work closely with developers, investors, utilities, and corporate buyers on the financing, purchasing, selling, and management of renewable energy projects.
• Provide counsel on regulatory and financial issues affecting renewable energy initiatives.
• Take on significant responsibility from day one, working directly with clients and managing complex legal matters.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of attorneys to provide creative and practical solutions to client challenges.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of law firm experience in project development, finance, mergers & acquisitions, or commercial contracts.
• Experience in the renewable energy sector is preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in negotiating and drafting key agreements such as power purchase agreements, construction contracts, or asset/company sale agreements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative team-oriented attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice on complex legal matters.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in relevant jurisdiction(s) or eligibility for admission.

Certifications:

• Bar admission in applicable state(s) or eligibility for admission via reciprocity.

Skills:

• Expertise in project development, finance, and renewable energy-related transactions.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting capabilities.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Client-focused with the ability to manage complex legal matters.
• Team player with effective collaboration and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to client service and problem-solving.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO) and flexible working hours.
• Enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Voluntary income protection benefits (e.g., supplemental life, accident, and long-term care insurance).
• Continuing legal education (CLE) support and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness programs and work-life balance initiatives, including sabbaticals and reduced-time programs.
• Opportunities to engage in pro bono work and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

This is undoubtedly one of the Mountain West's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Mountain West legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in the Mountain West region, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.