ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL - FINANCE

Overview

This role involves providing strategic legal support in the utility-scale renewable energy sector, focusing on project and tax monetization finance transactions. The position supports a broad range of matters including regulatory compliance, project development, commercial transactions, environmental considerations, and corporate governance. It reports to the General Counsel and works closely with senior leadership, operations, engineering, procurement, and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Finance Transactions

• Serve as the primary internal legal advisor on back-leverage, construction/term loans, tax equity bridge, and tax credit transfer bridge transactions.
• Provide advice on transaction structuring and execution.
• Advise on equipment and invoice finance transactions.
• Coordinate borrower diligence responses.
• Coordinate satisfaction of closing conditions such as real estate and permitting.
• Oversee external counsel.

Commercial/Development Transactions & Contracting

• Draft, negotiate, and review a wide range of commercial agreements.
• Advise on site control, interconnection, permitting, and environmental matters.
• Support corporate governance, board matters, and internal policies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.
• 8–10+ years of legal experience, ideally combining law firm and in-house roles.
• Deep experience with project finance and tax monetization structures.
• Expertise in energy finance, utilities, power marketing, and renewable energy development.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $239,000 - $280,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and education.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Holiday pay and paid time off.
• Competitive bonus program.

Location

• Remote position based in the U.S.
• Full-time, permanent role.