Senior Counsel - Transactions

Origis Energy • Austin, TX

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About The Position

Origis Energy is seeking a midlevel attorney with 5+ years of experience in renewable energy project finance, with a strong emphasis on reviewing and negotiating lending agreements with financial institutions and tax equity agreements. The Senior Counsel position, reporting to the General Counsel, will play a critical role in supporting Origis’ Capital Markets team to ensure timely and efficient execution of financing transactions that enable the company to meet its project build schedules. This is a regular, full-time position and is eligible for our generous employee benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions, and other great benefits.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in project finance, banking, or structured finance, with a focus on energy infrastructure or renewable energy.
• Strong understanding of debt financing structures (including construction, bridge and term loans), tax equity structures, lender and investor expectations, and market-standard terms.
• Prior in-house or law firm experience preferred, especially in energy, infrastructure, or financial services sectors.
• Prior experience with energy M&A transactions will be considered a plus.
• Experience negotiating complex financial and commercial agreements under tight deadlines.
• JD and current member in good standing of at least one state bar.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and draft credit agreements, collateral packages, intercreditor agreements, tax equity agreements, tax credit transfer agreements, and related project finance documentation.
• Collaborate closely with the Capital Markets (Project Finance) team to support debt and tax equity financing efforts across solar and energy storage projects.
• Manage and coordinate with external counsel to manage transaction flow and ensure cost-effective legal support.
• Help ensure financing transactions are executed on schedule to support project development and construction timelines and commercial operations.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, lender requirements, and compliance obligations associated with financing structures.
• Prepare summaries of key deal terms and risk factors for the General Counsel and other senior leadership.
• Support broader legal team on cross-functional matters including M&A, corporate governance, and other legal matters as needed.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees