Associate General Counsel I

AES Corporation; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 193,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

AES Corporation in Arlington, VA seeks an accomplished attorney to lead tax equity and debt project financing transactions within the renewables portfolio. This role focuses on financing of solar, solar-plus-storage, stand-alone storage and wind projects, with responsibility for structuring and negotiating related documents.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in relevant law, 6+ years in project finance for renewables, and JD from an accredited law school, plus strong communication and leadership

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in law,
• At least 6 years in project finance transactions for renewable energy projects,
• Experience in project development and related documentation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Smart, decisive, organized, methodical, bias toward action.

Responsibilities

• Attend all aspects of renewable project development and financing, focusing on solar, storage, and wind.
• Lead internal counsel on tax equity, tax credit transfer and debt financings for such projects and corporate financings.
• Structure, draft, review and negotiate financing transactions and project documents (PPA, EPC, etc.).
• Coordinate closings with AES team members and outside counsel.
• Engage and manage outside counsel efficiently.
• Provide general legal counsel and strategic guidance to senior management.

Skills

Project finance

Renewable energy

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

AES Renewables & Power is a leader in clean energy development and one of the largest renewable energy IPPs in the country. This position will play an important role within the legal group, focusing primarily on tax equity and debt project financing transactions. This position requires a high level of expertise with the ability to clearly communicate, identify and mitigate risks, and manage outside counsel.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend to all aspects and issues related to renewable project development and financing, with a special focus on financing of solar, solar plus storage, stand-alone storage and wind projects.
• Act as lead internal counsel on tax equity, tax credit transfer and debt financings for such projects as well as corporate financings.
• Structure, draft, review and effectively negotiate financing transactions as well as project-related documents (e.g., power purchase agreements, engineering, procurement and construction contracts).
• Manage and coordinate closings with AES team members and outside counsel.
• Effectively and efficiently engage and manage outside counsel.
• Provide general legal counsel and strategic guidance to senior and executive-level management.

Desired Experience and Skills

• At least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably at a major law firm or sophisticated in-house legal group.
• At least 6 years of experience in project finance transactions for renewable energy projects with the ability to lead transactions as in-house finance counsel.
• Experience in project development and project-related documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of duties and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Smart, decisive, organized, methodical, biased toward action.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree J.D. from an accredited law school

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

E-Verify Notice

AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $193,000 and $241,400/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave).

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The deadline to apply for this role is 09/11/2026

Accelerating the future of energy, together. Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other. We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy. Are you ready to join us? www.aes.com/careers