Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Major, Lindsey & Africa is representing a well-respected renewable energy company seeking a skilled Project Finance Attorney for a 9+ month assignment. The role focuses on financing, structuring, and monetization of renewable energy projects, working closely with development and commercial teams.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support legal aspects of project financing transactions, including:
- Tax equity financing
- Construction and term debt financing
- Draft and negotiate financing documents (credit agreements, security packages, intercreditor agreements, guaranties)
- Advise on deal structure, risk allocation, and execution strategy to ensure bankability and close
- Draft and negotiate APAs, MIPAs, and portfolio sale agreements
- Support project sales, syndications, and transfers, including diligence, data rooms, and closing
- Advise on assignment/consent requirements, transfer restrictions, and risk allocation (reps, warranties, indemnities)
- Partner with development teams to align EPC, PPA, and supply agreements with financing and exit requirements
- Review key project contracts (EPC, LTSA, PPA/offtake) for lender and buyer readiness
- Advise development, finance, and commercial teams on legal impacts to timelines, monetization strategy, and risk/return
Skills
- At least 8+ years of relevant experience
- Significant experience in renewable energy project finance
- Strong track record negotiating financing transactions (tax equity and/or debt)
- Strong track record negotiating project sales / APAs
- Deep understanding of lender requirements, security structures, and deal execution
- Proven ability to independently manage deals and close transactions
- Strong commercial judgment; thrives in fast-paced environments
- J.D. and active bar license
Benefits
- Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources
Company Overview
Major, Lindsey & Africa is the world’s leading legal search and talent solutions firm. It was founded in 1982, and is headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, US, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.mlaglobal.com.