Mid-Level Project Finance Associate - Renewable Energy

BCG Attorney Search; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training programs

Mentoring program

New lawyer integration resources

Diversity and well-being initiatives

Job summary

A law firm in Portland, OR seeks a mid-level project finance associate specializing in renewable energy to handle debt and tax equity financings and related transactions for solar, wind, and storage assets. JD with 3–5 years of experience, active bar membership, and strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills is required.

The role emphasizes closing deals, coordinating cross-functional teams, and providing timely counsel to clients.

Qualifications

• JD and active bar membership; ability to gain admission where required.
• Three to five years of experience in debt and tax equity project finance and M&A, with substantial renewables experience.
• Experience in supporting transactions, managing timelines, and facilitating closings.

Responsibilities

• Support construction and term debt facilities and tax credit monetization transactions.
• Assist in financing transactions, acquisitions, and joint ventures of projects and platforms.
• Draft various financing and partnership agreements and related deal documents.
• Conduct due diligence and collaborate with cross-functional teams from term sheet to closing.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level project finance associate specializing in renewable energy for their Portland, OR office. The role involves handling debt and tax equity financings, as well as development and transactional work for renewable energy assets, including solar, wind, and storage infrastructure.

Duties

• Support construction and term debt facilities and tax credit monetization transactions.
• Assist in financing transactions, acquisitions, and joint ventures of projects and platforms.
• Draft various financing and partnership agreements and related deal documents.
• Conduct due diligence and collaborate with cross-functional teams from term sheet to closing.

Requirements

• JD and active bar membership in good standing; ability to gain admission where required.
• Three to five years of experience in debt and tax equity project finance and M&A, with substantial renewables experience.
• Experience in supporting transactions, managing timelines, and facilitating closings.
• Familiarity with tax equity structures and partnership tax concepts.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication, and project management skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

Active bar membership

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Effective communication and project management.
• Team-oriented and client-focused approach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training programs and retreats.
• Coaching and mentoring program.
• New lawyer integration resources.
• Core competency model for long-term success.
• Commitment to diversity and well-being.