A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Projects (M&A) Counsel with a strong focus on domestic and international business transactions and corporate matters, especially within the energy sector. The ideal candidate will manage a variety of high-profile projects involving renewable energy, energy storage, and power generation technologies. This role requires handling diverse M&A transactions and providing comprehensive legal advice on complex project development and financing matters.
Duties:
- Advise clients on a wide range of energy-related transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and project development.
- Draft, review, and negotiate complex transaction documents, such as purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, joint development agreements, and development services agreements.
- Conduct thorough due diligence for M&A transactions related to projects, including reviewing project development documents and performing detailed legal research.
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and colleagues in areas such as tax, regulatory, and real estate.
- Stay informed about industry trends and legal developments in project development, M&A, and finance law.
- Provide legal assistance on other matters related to project development and M&A as required.
- Utilize representative experience in the renewable energy market to advise on project development, including offtake, procurement, and construction, as well as project finance transactions.
- Manage and oversee M&A transactions involving acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures of projects, portfolios of projects, and entire development platforms.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of experience in handling M&A transactions, particularly within the energy sector.
- Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating complex transaction documents and conducting due diligence.
- Experience with renewable energy projects, energy storage, and power generation technologies is highly desirable.
- Background in mergers and acquisitions or project finance, preferably within a sophisticated national law firm environment.
- Strong ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and manage complex legal matters effectively.
Education:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Certifications:
- Admission to practice law in California or the ability to obtain admission.
Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of domestic and international business transactions and corporate matters, particularly in the energy sector.
- Proficiency in drafting and negotiating high-complexity transaction documents.
- Strong due diligence and legal research capabilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
- Ability to stay updated on industry trends and legal developments.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently.
Benefits Offered:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Exposure to a diverse range of high-profile clients and projects.
- Involvement in innovative, complex, and challenging projects globally, with a track record of closing 470 project finance transactions totaling over US$278 billion in the past five years (IJGlobal Q1, 2024).