Renewable Energy Project Development & Finance Associate

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a Renewable Energy Project Development & Finance Associate to join its Corporate practice. The firm’s renewable energy team works on cutting-edge projects across wind, solar, geothermal, hydrogen, and battery storage in the U.S. The role provides an excellent opportunity to work with a dynamic team on complex and impactful renewable energy projects, with clients that include developers, investors, utilities, and corporate buyers. 

Location:

Cheyenne, WY

Duties:

• Work with clients on renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, geothermal, hydrogen, and battery storage projects.
• Provide legal counsel in the development, financing, and management of renewable energy projects.
• Draft, negotiate, and review agreements, such as power purchase agreements, asset purchase and sale agreements, hedge contracts, construction contracts, and equipment supply agreements.
• Collaborate with clients in the renewable energy industry, as well as conventional energy producers transitioning to clean energy.
• Advise on regulatory and financial compliance issues for renewable energy projects.
• Support mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and other transactional matters in the renewable energy sector.
• Assist with the negotiation and structuring of energy-related financial products.
• Build strong client relationships and engage directly with clients on complex matters.
• Contribute to the growth of the renewable energy practice by providing strategic and practical legal solutions.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a law firm setting, with a focus on project development, finance, mergers & acquisitions, or commercial contracts.
• Experience in the renewable energy sector is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with power purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, hedge contracts, construction agreements, or similar contracts is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate within a team and work directly with clients.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex legal matters.
• Self-motivated and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the relevant state bar.

Certifications:

• Bar admission in the relevant state (or ability to waive in) is required.

Skills:

• Expertise in renewable energy law and transactions.
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills.
• Experience with mergers & acquisitions and corporate finance in the energy sector.
• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and collaborative approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and location.
• Merit-based bonus structure and eligibility for fee splits.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) policies, including unlimited PTO and reduced time options.
• Enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Access to wellness programs and resources.
• Flexible work arrangements (remote, hybrid, or in-office).
• Sabbatical program for eligible employees.
• Educational assistance and opportunities for professional development.
• Opportunities for volunteerism through the firm's foundation.
• Focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with active DEI 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.