Renewable Energy Project Finance Associate Attorney

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Job Title: Renewable Energy Project Finance Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected law firm based in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a mid-level associate attorney with a focus on renewable energy project finance. The role involves advising on sophisticated financial transactions within the energy sector, particularly involving structured asset-based finance, non-recourse lending, and climate-related infrastructure investments. The successful candidate will contribute to a nationally recognized energy and climate practice and collaborate closely with senior attorneys and firm clients ranging from startups to global financial institutions.

Duties:

• Support complex financings, including debt and equity investments in renewable energy projects

• Draft and negotiate credit agreements, equity arrangements, and related project documentation

• Represent various stakeholders, including developers, lenders, and institutional investors

• Participate in structuring joint ventures, LLC financings, and tax equity transactions

• Collaborate with a cross-functional legal team on transactions from inception to closing

• Maintain direct communication with clients and manage day-to-day transactional work

• Conduct legal due diligence and provide strategic guidance on risk mitigation

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in project finance or structured finance

• Demonstrated involvement in renewable energy or climate-related infrastructure deals

• Familiarity with asset-based lending and tax equity structures

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced legal environment

• Adept at working collaboratively in team settings while taking initiative independently

Education:

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

• Strong academic performance and relevant coursework in finance or energy law preferred

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California or eligible to waive in

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting complex financial and corporate documents

• Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities

• Sound commercial judgment and legal reasoning

• Strong interpersonal skills for client interaction and internal teamwork

• Detail-oriented with solid organizational and time management skills

Job Location:

• Los Angeles, CA
  (Note: Additional office presence may be possible in San Francisco or New York)

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness stipend

• Mental health support with 24/7 access to virtual counselors

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including dependents and partners

• Inclusive family-building support (IVF, surrogacy, adoption, egg-freezing)

• Paid parental leave and parenting resources, including back-up childcare

• Career coaching for working parents and academic support for children

• Firm contributions to Health Savings Accounts and flexible spending options

• 401(k) retirement plan with firm participation

• Commuter and parking savings programs

• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options

• Long-term care, critical illness, and ID theft insurance are available

• Pet insurance offerings

• Medicare advisory services

• Firm-funded CLEs and bar-related expenses

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306