Associate General Counsel – Renewable Energy Finance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Job summary

The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company, seeks an experienced in-house counsel to join AES Renewables & Power within the legal group. The role focuses on tax equity and project financing for solar, wind, and storage projects.

You will lead negotiations, coordinate closings, and advise senior management on risk and strategy, while guiding outside counsel and ensuring robust documentation across project finance and corporate matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and bar admission.
• At least 10 years in a major law firm or sophisticated in-house legal group.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax equity and debt financing for renewable projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate project documents (PPAs, EPC, loans).
• Manage closings with AES teams and outside counsel.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to senior management.

Skills

Excellent communication

Adaptability

Decisive/organized

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company, seeks an experienced in-house counsel to join AES Renewables & Power within the legal group. The role focuses on tax equity and project financing for solar, wind, and storage projects.

You will lead negotiations, coordinate closings, and advise senior management on risk and strategy, while guiding outside counsel and ensuring robust documentation across project finance and corporate matters.