Mid-Level Project Finance Associate

Job Overview

A prestigious law firm is seeking a dynamic and motivated Mid-Level Project Finance Associate with 3-5 years of experience in renewable energy transactional matters. The role focuses on finance and tax credit transactions within the renewable energy sector, supporting the firm's strategic energy practice.

Location

• Houston, TX

Duties

• Lead renewable energy project finance and tax credit transactions.
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents, including credit agreements and tax equity documents.
• Conduct and oversee renewable energy due diligence reviews.
• Review project documents and manage subject-matter specialist assessments.
• Facilitate transaction closings in a client-driven environment.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in renewable energy project finance or tax credit transactions.
• Substantive knowledge of renewable energy due diligence matters.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex legal documents.
• Ability to manage multi-faceted projects in challenging environments.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Timely admission to the bar corresponding to the office location is required.

Skills

• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Extensive experience with complex transactional structures and client management.
• Collaborative and able to work in diverse, collegial team settings.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness:
• • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Disability and life insurance coverage.
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
  • Adoption assistance and backup care for dependents.
• Retirement Plans:
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
  • Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer policies ensuring consideration without discrimination.

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.