Renewable Energy Mid - Senior M&A Attorney

Overview

The organization is seeking a mid-to-senior level M&A associate with law firm experience and strong academic credentials to support renewable energy transactions. This role is fully remote and is intended for attorneys who are licensed to practice law in their state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Lead M&A transactions in the renewable energy field, with a focus on acquisition and disposition of renewable energy projects.
• Collaborate with clients, internal colleagues, and other professionals on M&A matters.
• Coordinate and lead M&A due diligence reviews and transactional documentation.
• Manage required subject matter experts and oversee/track all aspects of transactions.
• Adhere to firm policies, practices, and priorities.
• Perform other duties as requested by firm management.

Requirements

• 5+ years of law firm experience in a practice serving clients in the renewable energy and related industries.
• Substantive experience leading and managing acquisitions and dispositions of renewable energy projects and portfolios.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing underlying energy contracts, including EPCs, O&Ms, PPAs, etc.
• Strong deal management, organization, drafting, communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Admission to and in good standing with the Bar of the applicant’s state of residence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Particular experience working in the renewable energy space (solar and battery storage preferred).

Compensation & Benefits

• 1,200 annual billable hour requirement, with an hourly bonus for exceeding such requirement.
• Base salary of $220,000 +. The base salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors.
• Annual merit bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment.
• 401(k), including firm profit-sharing matching.
• Dental/Health/Vision/Rx insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Location

Fully remote. Work can be performed remotely from wherever you are licensed to practice law.

Equal Opportunity

The organization provides equal employment opportunities without consideration of race, color, religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Applicants with a disability or special need that requires accommodation should request accommodation.