Energy Project Finance Attorney

Job Title:

Energy Project Finance Attorney

Job Overview:

A respected law firm based in Houston, TX is seeking two accomplished legal professionals to join its Energy Project Finance practice. The roles offer an opportunity to work directly with prominent clients in the renewable energy and infrastructure space, supporting significant financing and transactional matters. The ideal candidates will bring deep experience in either debt finance or tax equity/mergers and acquisitions, particularly within the energy sector. This is a high-impact role offering leadership in transactions, regular client interaction, and the chance to shape major deals in a rapidly evolving industry.

Duties:

• Lead negotiations and structuring of complex financing arrangements for renewable energy projects

• Draft, review, and negotiate loan and security agreements, consents, guarantees, and related debt finance documentation

• Advise on equity partnerships, joint ventures, membership interest purchases, and tax equity structuring

• Oversee drafting and execution of equity capital contribution agreements, JV agreements, and purchase agreements

• Contribute to due diligence processes and transaction execution for asset acquisitions and sales

• Provide strategic counsel on project development contracts such as EPC agreements, supply and offtake contracts, and O&M arrangements

• Coordinate with clients, external advisors, and team members to manage transaction timelines and deliverables

• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys on transactions

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience in the energy finance sector, either in a large law firm or an in-house counsel role with equivalent complexity

• Demonstrated ability to manage transactions end-to-end with limited oversight

• Prior work with sponsors or financing parties in renewable energy project transactions

• Bar admission in Texas and good standing

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a highly regarded law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Texas

Skills:

• Exceptional written and oral communication

• Advanced negotiation and legal drafting ability

• Strong research and analytical thinking

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in high-pressure deal environments

• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams

• Familiarity with renewable energy markets and emerging trends in infrastructure finance

Job Location:

Houston, TX