Senior Counsel

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Annapolis, MD, USA
Hybrid
220K-260K Annually
Senior level
Financial Services
The Role
Provide transactional legal support for renewable energy project finance, tax equity, M&A, and joint ventures; lead drafting, negotiation, diligence, compliance, risk management, and outside counsel oversight; advise executives and business teams; support governance, contracting, and workflow automation initiatives.
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About HASI
 
HASI is an investor in sustainable infrastructure assets advancing the energy transition. With more than $16 billion in managed assets, our investments are diversified across multiple asset classes, including utility-scale solar, storage, and onshore wind; distributed solar and storage; RNG; and energy efficiency. We combine deep expertise in energy markets and financial structuring with long-standing programmatic client partnerships to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns and measurable environmental benefits. HA Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Ticker: HASI). For more information, please visit hasi.com.

Position Summary

HASI is seeking an experienced transactional legal counsel to manage all legal aspects of complex renewable energy transactions, including project finance, tax equity, acquisitions and divestitures, and joint ventures. This Senior Counsel position provides legal support directly to the executive management team, and to the investment, finance, and portfolio management departments of the Company. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong transactional rigor, sound judgment, comfort with innovation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, business-driven environment. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted partner to many internal stakeholders, delivering excellent legal advice with a high level of ownership and accountability.


Salary Range

Expected salary range of $220,000 – $260,000, based on experience and location. In addition, HASI offers an annual bonus program; 401(k) with company match; an equity incentive program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.


Responsibilities

  • Lead sophisticated renewable energy and project finance transactions across the full deal lifecycle, including structuring, drafting, and negotiation of  transaction documents, due diligence management and post-closing compliance management;
  • Partner closely with business and functional teams to deliver practical, commercially focused legal advice and drive transactions to closing efficiently;
  • Support the development, construction, operation, and financing of renewable energy projects, including solar, storage, wind, and other energy transition assets;
  • Identify and manage legal, commercial, and regulatory risks, and oversee diligence, approvals, and outside counsel in support of efficient execution;
  • Contribute to broader in-house legal matters, including governance, contracting processes, policies, workflow automation, and other operational priorities;
  • Support special projects and other strategic initiatives as needed;
  • Exercise strong independent judgment while collaborating effectively across functions in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of transactional legal experience, both in-house and at a nationally-recognized law firm, with significant exposure to renewable energy infrastructure finance;
  • Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school;
  • Membership in good standing of the bar of any U.S. state or the District of Columbia (preferred Maryland, Delaware, or New York);
  • High degree of comfort with technological innovation and the appropriate use of AI;
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills with a variety of audiences across ;specializations and seniority levels;
  • Ability to build stakeholder consensus and appropriately balance legal and business risk;
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment;
  • Strong organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills;
  • High level of attention to detail and accountability;
  • Solid understanding of transactional legal principles and documentation standards;
  • Growth mindset and collaborative approach.

WORK AUTHORIZATION
 
HASI is willing to take over sponsorship for existing H1-B visas for exceptional talent. We are unable to provide new H-1B sponsorship at this time.
 
EEO STATEMENT
 
The Company maintains a policy of non-discrimination in employment and complies with and supports all Federal, state, and local laws regarding discrimination in employment.  Specifically, the Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices against any employee, intern, or applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), mental or physical disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), or any other characteristic to the extent prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Decisions regarding staffing, selection, and promotions are made on the basis of individual qualifications related to the requirements of the position.  If you need reasonable accommodation for a job opening, please connect with us at [email protected] and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation. Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in that process.

Skills Required

  • 10+ years of transactional legal experience in-house and at a nationally-recognized law firm with significant exposure to renewable energy infrastructure finance.
  • Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Membership in good standing of the bar of any U.S. state or the District of Columbia.
  • Bar membership preferred in Maryland, Delaware, or New York.
  • High degree of comfort with technological innovation and appropriate use of AI.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills across audiences and seniority levels.
  • Ability to build stakeholder consensus and balance legal and business risk.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Strong organizational, decision-making, problem-solving skills, and high attention to detail.
  • Solid understanding of transactional legal principles and documentation standards.
  • Growth mindset and collaborative approach.
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The Company
HQ: Annapolis, MD
124 Employees

What We Do

HASI (NYSE: HASI) is a leading climate positive investment firm that actively partners with clients to deploy real assets that facilitate the energy transition. With more than $9 billion in managed assets, our vision is that every investment improves our climate future.

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