Finance Associate

Project Finance CounselTransGrid Energy is a renewable energy company focused on investing, developing, owning and operating utility-scale battery energy storage systems and PV projects. TransGrid has a robust pipeline of projects under construction and in late-stage development, and the Company is actively expanding its energy asset portfolio across the United States.As an affiliate company of Hanwha Group, a FORTUNE Global 500 company driven by a firm commitment to advancing the clean energy future, TransGrid Energy is striving to shape the renewable energy landscape by providing sustainable and reliable power solutions tailored to meet the energy needs of today and tomorrow.Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Project Finance Counsel to join our Legal team. This individual will support the structuring, negotiation, and closing of non-recourse project financings and related transactions for TransGrid Energy's renewable energy portfolio (utility-scale solar, storage, and select distributed generation). The Associate Counsel will partner closely with project finance, development, and capital markets teams to ensure transactions are executed efficiently, documents are market-standard, and risks are identified and mitigated.Responsibilities• Lead and manage legal workstreams for project-level debt, tax equity, tax credit transfer and back-leverage financings from term sheet to closing.• Draft, review, and negotiate financing documents including credit agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, depositary agreements, and tax equity LLC agreements.• Coordinate due diligence across internal stakeholders and external counsel; identify and resolve issues across permitting, interconnection, real estate, and offtake agreements.• Support commercial negotiations on PPAs, VPAs, hedges, EPC, and equipment supply agreements to ensure financeability.• Advise on project company formation, governance, and compliance matters.• Monitor developments in energy finance and tax-credit structuring to provide proactive legal advice.• Manage outside counsel and maintain efficient transaction execution processes.• Support potential M&A, project sales, and refinancing opportunities.Requirements• J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.• 3–7 years of post-bar experience at a law firm with a strong project finance practice representing sponsors/developers or lenders in renewable energy transactions.• Experience drafting and negotiating core project finance and tax equity documents.• Strong understanding of renewable project development and financing structures.• Excellent written and oral communication skills.• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.• Collaborative and adaptable with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Work AuthorizationCandidates must have authorization to work in the US prior to joining TransGrid Energy LLC. This role does not sponsor or offer assistance with work authorization in the United States.Diversity and InclusionTransGrid Energy believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. By embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, environment, and business partners. We foster a culture where all colleagues can share their passions and ideas to collectively overcome industry challenges and work toward a brighter future.TransGrid Energy is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.