Project Finance Associate

Summary

Join New Leaf Energy, an experienced clean energy developer, as a Project Finance Associate! This role involves participating in the development and financing of solar and energy storage projects. You will manage cross-functional teams, maintain project schedules, lead data room creation, track deliverables, and communicate with stakeholders. The position requires 2-4 years of experience in renewable energy project development and financing, a Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business (MBA desired), and strong organizational and communication skills. New Leaf Energy offers a hybrid work environment, competitive salary and benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, parental leave, and professional development opportunities. The position may be based in Boston, MA, Lowell, MA, Oakland, CA, Chicago, IL, or Troy, NY, with remote options available.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 to 4 years’ experience working in the renewable energy industry with a focus on project development and financing
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Business or a related field

Responsibilities

• Manage cross-functional teams to complete critical project development tasks through an in-depth understanding of real estate, project permitting, and interconnection
• Maintain checklists, schedules, and other project management tools required to keep the process organized and allow transactions to close quickly
• Lead the creation and organization of detailed data rooms and support all project marketing, award, and closing processes
• Track inter-departmental deliverables and forecast project milestone dates
• Communicate effectively and build relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients (project buyers)
• Manage the progress of permitting, interconnection, and all of the associated contracts for projects
• Assist in the preparation and organization of legal transaction documents including LOIs and Membership Interest Purchase Agreements (MIPAs)
• Assist in the drafting and negotiation of critical project contracts, including the site lease, PPA, easements, property tax agreements, etc
• Any other duties, as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

MBA

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision
• A 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first three percent of your pay; 50% for the next two percent you contribute)
• An open and self-managed paid time-off policy
• A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home for part of the week
• A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire
• Professional development and education assistance