Legal Counsel, Finance

AES; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 126,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) eligibility

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

The AES Corporation, a leading US-based renewables company, is seeking an attorney with experience in financing transactions for solar, storage, and wind projects. The Counsel will join AES Renewables & Power's project finance and corporate finance teams, serving as internal counsel on tax equity and related debt financings.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of experience at a top law firm or sophisticated in-house group, hold a J.D., and can draft, negotiate, and coordinate closings while

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in renewable energy finance or corporate practice.
• Experience at a major law firm or sophisticated in-house group.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Attend to all aspects and issues related to renewable project development and financing, with a 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.

Skills

Renewable energy project finance

Project development

Debt financings

Negotiation & drafting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a companythat'snot just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8,300employees across 12 countries.

AES has been ranked #1 byBloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricityfor millions of peopleworldwide. 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 honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry.

Ifyou’reready to be part of a companythat'snot just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you.We'renot just building a more sustainable future,we'repowering it.

AES Renewables & Power is a leader in clean energy development and one of the largest renewableenergyIPPs 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 workinghand-in-handwithAES 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-alonestorageand wind projects.

• Act as internal counsel on tax equity, tax credittransferand debt financings for such projects as well as corporate financings.

• Structure, draft, review and effectively negotiate financingtransactions as well as project-related documents (e.g.,power purchase agreements, engineering,procurementand 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:

• 3-5years ofrelevantexperience, preferably at a major law firm orsophisticated in-house legal group.

• Experience inrenewable energy project finance,projectdevelopmentand 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.