Renewable Energy Project Development & Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a Renewable Energy Project Development & Finance Associate to join its dynamic corporate team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, geothermal, and battery storage initiatives, in various states across the country. The firm’s clients include developers, investors, utilities, and corporate buyers at the forefront of the clean energy transition. Associates will engage in high-profile projects, gain hands-on experience, and have direct client contact. This position offers flexibility, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative environment.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Duties:

• Advise clients on renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, geothermal, hydrogen, and battery storage.
• Draft and negotiate power purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, hedge contracts, equipment supply contracts, and construction contracts.
• Work on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures within the renewable energy sector.
• Assist clients in the development, financing, purchasing, selling, and managing of renewable energy projects.
• Provide counsel on regulatory and financial issues impacting renewable energy transactions.
• Manage complex legal matters and engage with clients directly from day one.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team of attorneys to develop creative, practical solutions for clients.

Requirements:

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

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in the 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 skills.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Client-focused with the ability to manage complex legal matters.
• Team player with excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Proactive approach to client service and problem resolution.

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 such as 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.