In-House Counsel - Renewable Energy

Ferrovial•Austin, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

For our Energy business unit, we are looking for an In-House Counsel to join Ferrovial Energy’s Legal Department, reporting to the Head of Legal U.S. This role will provide comprehensive legal support for the development, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of utility-scale renewable energy projects in the U.S. The position will be based in Austin, Texas. The following outlines the general experience, qualifications and skills expected for the ideal candidate. However, candidates from other Ferrovial’s business units with transactional experience in Project Development and/or Project Finance in other infrastructure sectors (such as transportation, airports, or construction), as well as corporate or commercial law attorneys interested in transitioning into this role, are strongly encouraged to apply. We also welcome candidates admitted to practice in jurisdictions outside the U.S.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate.
Member in good standing of a US State Bar.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in the renewable or conventional energy industry, gained at a top tier law firm and/or legal department of a renewable energy company or independent power producer.
Effectively manage tasks and deadlines independently.
Ability to interact with colleagues in a team.
Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication, decision-making, project management and negotiating skills.
Computer proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Real estate and insurance matters in connection with the development of greenfield projects; and/or permitting, interconnection, trade law, energy law and energy-related tax incentives.

Responsibilities

Provide end-to-end legal support throughout the lifecycle of projects, from greenfield development and procurement through construction, financial close, and operations.
Advise on and participate in M&A transactions, including due diligence processes, and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements for ready-to-build or early-stage projects.
Draft and negotiate a wide range of renewable energy project contracts (such as Power Purchase, EPC, O&M, Asset Management, Supply and Interconnection Agreements), as well as site control and real estate agreements.
Draft and negotiate project financing documents, including credit agreements for construction-to-term loans, tax equity and tax credit transfer bridge loans, letter of credit facilities, and security documents (e.g., security agreements, pledge agreements, account control agreements, direct agreements, etc.).
Collaborate with lenders and their advisors on bankability analyses and project due diligence.
Draft and negotiate agreements for tax credit monetization structures, including Equity Capital Contribution Agreements, LLC Agreements, and Purchase and Sale Agreements for traditional tax equity partnership flip structures, as well as Tax Credit Transfer Agreements.
Maintain familiarity with IRS guidance and tax regulations regarding renewable energy tax credits.
Provide legal support day-to-day asset portfolio management.
Handle corporate and filing matters.
Ensure compliance with regulatory matters and Ferrovial’s internal policies.
Manage relationship with external legal advisers.