Legal Counsel, Finance

aes; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation seeks an attorney with experience in financing transactions, including renewable energy projects, to join AES Renewables & Power. The Counsel will collaborate with project finance and corporate teams to advance solar, wind, and storage developments.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a JD from an accredited law school, and strong communication skills. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in renewable energy project finance or a major law firm/in-house
• Experience in renewable energy project finance, project development and project-related documentation
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to adapt to a variety of duties and a fast-paced environment
• Smart, decisive, organized, methodical, biased toward action

Responsibilities

• Attend to all aspects and issues related to renewable project development and financing, with a focus on solar, solar plus storage, stand-alone storage and wind projects
• Act as 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-related documents (e.g., PPA, EPC contracts)
• Manage and coordinate closings with AES team members and outside counsel
• Engage and manage outside counsel and provide strategic guidance to senior management

Skills

Renewable energy project finance

Legal drafting and negotiation

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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.

We are seeking an attorney with experience in financing transactions, including for renewable energy projects. The Counsel will join a team of talented and dedicated renewable energy finance attorneys working hand-in-hand with AES Renewables & Power's sophisticated and innovative project finance and corporate finance teams.

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 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

• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably at a major law firm or sophisticated in‑house legal group.
• Experience in renewable energy project finance, 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 $126,000 and $157,250/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. 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). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. 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.