Energy Project Finance Attorney

Job Title: Energy Project Finance Attorney

Job Location: San Diego, CA

Job Overview

A prestigious law firm based in San Diego is seeking two seasoned legal professionals to expand its dynamic Energy, Infrastructure, and Project Finance practice. The ideal candidates will bring a wealth of experience in either debt-focused project financing or tax equity/mergers and acquisitions within the renewable energy sector. This opportunity offers the chance to work closely with prominent clients on high-impact transactions shaping the future of sustainable infrastructure and clean energy development.

Duties

• Advise sponsors and financing entities on transactions related to renewable energy projects

• Lead drafting and negotiation of a variety of finance-related documents

• Oversee legal structuring and execution of project debt or equity arrangements

• Guide joint ventures, asset acquisitions, and project-level investment structures

• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders including banks, developers, and contractors

• Supervise junior attorneys throughout deal cycles

• Engage in direct client communication and coordination with third-party advisors

• Navigate ancillary agreements related to construction, supply, and operations

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of legal experience within the energy finance space

• Demonstrated background in large-scale infrastructure or renewable energy transactions

• Proven capability in managing complex deal processes and teams

• High proficiency in client service and transactional leadership

• Active membership in the California Bar (or eligibility to practice under applicable provisions)

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

• Strong academic performance with top-tier credentials preferred

Certifications

• Active Bar membership in the State of California

Skills

• In-depth understanding of project finance structures (debt or equity)

• Expertise in negotiating term sheets, purchase agreements, partnership agreements, and related instruments

• Familiarity with industry-standard project documentation such as EPC Contracts, Offtake Agreements, and O&M Agreements

• Advanced legal drafting and analytical skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels

• Strategic thinking combined with practical, business-oriented legal advice

This California-based AmLaw100 firm is appealing for its professional culture, but relaxed and laid-back atmosphere. Famous for its corporate practice, the attorneys at this firm are proud of the work they perform and are always striving to do ?good work,? while still maintaining a healthy family- balance and interacting with their colleagues in firm-wide social events. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.