Renewable Energy Junior Tax Attorney

Overview

A mission-driven law firm specializing in renewable energy is seeking a Junior Tax Attorney with 1–3 years of law firm experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in debt financings, including large syndicated and traditional project financings, a strong corporate law foundation, and specific experience in the renewable energy sector. This is a fully remote position, allowing work from any location where the candidate is licensed to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a junior attorney on renewable energy transactions, focusing on tax equity (investor- and sponsor-side) and tax credit transfer transactions.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex tax issues.
• Draft legal memoranda, opinions, and tax-related documents.
• Collaborate with clients, colleagues, and other professionals on tax matters.
• Assist with tax due diligence reviews and transactional documentation.
• Stay informed on changes in tax laws and regulations.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of law firm experience serving clients in renewable energy and related industries.
• Substantive experience advising on tax matters for renewable energy projects, including research and drafting of legal opinions.
• Familiarity with Investment and Production Tax Credits, tax equity and tax credit transfer transactions, beginning of construction analyses, and related issues.
• Strong experience with Subchapter K.
• Ability to analyze complex tax issues and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Strong deal management skills, including drafting, communication, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and written work product.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Juris Doctor (JD) and LL.M. in Taxation from accredited law schools.
• Admission to and good standing with the Bar in the applicant’s state of residence.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of advancing renewable energy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large syndicated financings and traditional project financings.
• Solid corporate law foundation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting at $160,000+, determined during the interview process based on experience, expertise, and market factors.
• 1,200 annual billable hour requirement with bonuses for exceeding this target and for originating new clients and matters, based on a percentage of total revenue received.
• Annual merit bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with an annual in-person retreat.
• 401(k) plan including firm profit-sharing matching.
• Dental, health, vision, and prescription insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Location

• Fully remote position; candidates must be licensed to practice law in their state of residence.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to diversity and inclusion and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sex or gender, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are also considered in accordance with applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities or special needs upon request.