Mid-Level Project Finance Associate - Houston, Los Angeles, Madison, Milwaukee, New York, or Washington DC

Foley & Lardner LLP is hiring a Mid-Level Project Finance Associate with 3-5 years of renewable energy transactional experience for their Finance Practice Group. The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction documents, managing due diligence, and closing renewable energy project finance transactions. The candidate should have a JD, be an active bar member, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The job is based in River Hills, WI.
About the position

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a dynamic associate with 3-5 years of renewable energy transactional experience to join their Finance Practice Group and Energy Sector. This role involves working on renewable energy project finance and tax credit transactions, with a focus on drafting and negotiating complex transaction documents and managing due diligence matters. The ideal candidate will contribute to the growth of the energy practice and assist in achieving the long-term strategic objectives of the Energy Sector.

Responsibilities
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents, including credit agreements and tax equity documents.
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• Review project documents and manage subject-matter specialist review.
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• Close transactions related to renewable energy project finance and tax credit transactions.
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• Assist in advancing the long-term strategic objectives of the Energy Sector.

Requirements
• 3-5 years of renewable energy transactional experience.
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• Experience in renewable energy project finance and/or tax credit transactions.
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• Broad substantive exposure to renewable energy due diligence matters.
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• Excellent academic credentials and strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
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• JD from an ABA-approved law school and active member of the bar in the jurisdiction of hire.

Nice-to-haves
• Large law firm experience is preferred.

Benefits
• Paid Time Off
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• Paid Holidays
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• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
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• 401(k) Retirement
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• Disability and Life insurance
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• Adoption Assistance
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• Backup Care for Dependents