Private Banker I

Vice President Renewable Energy Tax Credit Sale-Leaseback BankerHuntington National Bank ("HNB") is seeking a Vice President level banker specialized in renewable energy tax credit sale-leaseback transactions. In-depth knowledge of the renewable energy finance market and extensive transaction experience in renewable energy project finance, strong structuring, pricing, negotiation, and documentation skills required. Ideal candidates should have experience in renewable energy project finance and strong skills in structuring and negotiation.The renewables energy tax credit team is part of Renewable Energy Finance team within the broader Project Finance and Infrastructure group. Renewable Energy Finance leads the sourcing, structuring, negotiating, documenting, and closing of sale-leaseback. The Banker will support senior relationship manager originating, structuring, and closing sale-leaseback transactions for renewable energy assets.Key responsibilities:Support the sourcing and developing of new transaction opportunitiesSupport the sourcing and developing of new sponsor/developer relationshipsAssist HNB senior relationship managers on renewable energy financing opportunities with existing and prospective bank clientsLead pre-commitment transaction diligenceCreate competitive and profitable proposals using debt and tax equity financing structuresRepresent and be accountable for transactions in HNBSupport financial, commercial, and technical due diligence, including navigating complex documentation like participation agreements, leases, and tax indemnification agreementsSupport building and reviewing complex financial models for sale-leasebacks (Section 467) to optimize tax equity economics, including depreciation and cash/income waterfalls.Lead negotiation of transaction documentsInteract with external counsel, independent engineer, appraiser, and other consultants on pre-closing transaction diligenceLead transaction closing process in coordination with HNB OperationsInteract with sponsors on post-closing items and requestsInteract with lead banks and participant banks on post-closing items and requestsBasic Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and/or work experience• 5+ years in project finance, tax equity, equipment finance, or renewable energy banking• Deep understanding of renewable energy tax equity regulation, IRC Section 48 Investment Tax Credits, and IRS rules regarding equipment lease transactionsPreferred Qualifications:• Demonstrated structuring, negotiation, and documentation skills in tax equity transactions• Strong organizational, analytical, and due diligence skills• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; strong working experience with ABC pricing software• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Ability to travelExempt Status: YesApplications Accepted Through: 07/30/2026Workplace Type: OfficeCompensation Range: $70,000 - $175,000 Annual SalaryHuntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.