Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Title: Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly skilled Project Finance Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in transactional law. This position is based in Orlando, FL, and offers a dynamic opportunity to work on renewable energy project finance transactions, with a focus on representing lenders and tax equity investors. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background, as well as excellent analytical and writing skills, to contribute effectively to the firm's growing practice.

Duties:

• Advise and represent clients, including lenders and tax equity investors, in renewable energy project finance transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transaction documents, including financing agreements, partnership agreements, and related contracts.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and prepare comprehensive reports on project risk and feasibility.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of transactions.
• Manage and support the transaction lifecycle from initial structuring through to closing.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and legal developments impacting renewable energy projects.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in project finance, with a focus on renewable energy transactions.
• Strong experience representing lenders and/or tax equity investors in financing transactions.
• Proven ability to handle complex financial structures and transaction documents.
• High level of organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Florida Bar, or eligibility for admission to the Florida Bar.

Certifications:

• Licensed attorney in good standing with the Florida Bar or ability to gain admission.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High-level analytical abilities with attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills in transactional law.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Location:

• Orlando, FL

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.