Senior Counsel - Finance
Apply NowCompany: Heelstone Renewable Energy
Location: Durham, NC 27713
Description:
WHO WE ARE:
Heelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar developer headquartered in Durham, NC with expertise in originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy, to fund its development platform and transition to an IPP. For more information, please visit www.heelstoneenergy.com.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Heelstone is seeking a senior-level attorney to support Heelstone's finance and legal teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in renewable energy, tax equity financings, project debt financings, acquisitions (both as a seller and buyer), environmental, regulatory, development, and corporate law. This is a hybrid position with 2-days in office in Durham, NC. Remote candidates in approved states may be considered, but travel to Durham at least once per month will be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
REQUIRED SKILLS
EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS
Total Rewards Package
Heelstone offers a family-friendly culture with a hybrid schedule of 2 days in the Durham office and 3 days working from home. Our attractive compensation package offers:
In addition to the compensation package we also boast robust perks which include:
All applicants must possess authorization to work in the United States and must not require future sponsorship for authorization.
A note to recruiters:
The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place.
Heelstone Renewable Energy is a utility-scale solar developer headquartered in Durham, NC with expertise in originating, financing, constructing, and operating solar photovoltaic projects. Heelstone has developed and achieved commercial operation on over 80 solar projects with an aggregate generating capacity of approximately 1.2 GW. Heelstone has partnered with Qualitas Energy, to fund its development platform and transition to an IPP. For more information, please visit www.heelstoneenergy.com.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Heelstone is seeking a senior-level attorney to support Heelstone's finance and legal teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in renewable energy, tax equity financings, project debt financings, acquisitions (both as a seller and buyer), environmental, regulatory, development, and corporate law. This is a hybrid position with 2-days in office in Durham, NC. Remote candidates in approved states may be considered, but travel to Durham at least once per month will be required.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
- Review and negotiate financing documents including construction loan documents, permanent loan documents and tax equity documents.
- Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, including but not limited to: membership interest purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, joint developer agreements, EPC agreements, O&M agreements, power purchase agreements, and various real estate agreements.
- Ability to lead multiple transactions from inception to closing, including acquisitions, project finance, and tax equity closings.
- Manage internal due diligence teams and outside counsel on transactions to identify and understand potential risks and approaches to mitigation.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of contract templates and internal deal processes.
- Some travel may be required.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Minimum of 4-5 years' experience. Strong experience with acquisitions, project finance, and development issues is required. Prior experience in renewable energy is preferred, but not required.
- Possess effective time management, project management, dispute resolution, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate with individuals at all different levels in a transaction in a respectful and professional manner.
- Team player who can integrate well with a small and high-performing team.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS
- JD from an accredited law school.
- Current license to practice law.
- Strong computer skills including working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Experience working with Datarooms such as Box, DropBox, and SharePoint.
Total Rewards Package
Heelstone offers a family-friendly culture with a hybrid schedule of 2 days in the Durham office and 3 days working from home. Our attractive compensation package offers:
- Competitive Base Salary
- Generous Bonus Program
- 401(K) company match with immediate vesting
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Company-sponsored HRA and employee-funded FSA and DCA are available
- EAP Benefits
- Company paid Long and Short-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance
- Cell Phone Reimbursement Plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off and allotted Sick Time
- 12 Paid Holidays
In addition to the compensation package we also boast robust perks which include:
- Provided Setup of at-home Tech
- Company-paid downtown Durham Parking next to the Durham Bulls Stadium
- Free access to our building's state-of-the-art gym
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks
- Discount program for popular locations and services
- Amazing rooftop views of Downtown Durham
All applicants must possess authorization to work in the United States and must not require future sponsorship for authorization.
A note to recruiters:
The Heelstone team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place.