Senior Counsel, Corporate Finance

About Us:MN8 Energy is one of the largest independent solar energy and energy storage owner-operators in the U.S., serving enterprise customers with clean energy and complementary solutions, such as battery storage and EV Charging, to enable an electrified, decarbonized world. Originally founded inside of Goldman Sachs in 2017, our fleet has grown to nearly 3-gigawatts of solar, including 850 projects across 27 states, and over 270 megawatts of battery storage projects, with each project tailored to achieve the bold decarbonization targets and goals of our more than 200 blue-chip customers. MN8 is headquartered in New York with offices in Boca Raton, Florida and Madrid.Overview:MN8 is building its internal legal team, providing a significant opportunity for the right individuals to shape the department. The successful candidate for the Senior Counsel – Corporate Finance role will possess a strong transactional background with significant experience in renewable energy. Main responsibilities will include providing legal advice and support regarding (a) complex renewable energy transactions (project finance, tax equity, acquisitions and divestitures, and joint ventures) with a particular focus on corporate structure and M&A, (b) the resulting long-term ownership, finance, and operation of assets, and (c) general corporate, compliance, and governance matters. The position provides legal support directly to the executive management team and to the investment, finance, execution, and asset management departments. Additionally, the Senior Counsel will provide support as needed to other legal team members, while reporting to the Assistant General Counsel.As the Senior Counsel, Corporate Finance you will:Broad functional expertise in leading and supporting M&A and other strategic transactions, from inception to integration, in coordination with other key company stakeholders and cross-functional due diligence teamsReliable ability to identify and resolve legal and business issues, appropriately identifying risks and proactively proposes alternative risk-mitigating strategies in accomplishing project and Company objectivesExperience working with business development, tax, and other teams to assess and structure transactionsHigh capacity to balance competing and fluid priorities and deadlines successfully and exercise solid business judgment consistentlyConsummate professionalism evidenced by self-motivation, independence, and comfort working with a diverse group of individuals, including senior representatives of external and internal organizations on complex and high-value/risk mattersDemonstrated capability to effectively share subject matter expertise to ensure successful transactionsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including solid drafting and consistent attention to detailExceptional organizational, planning, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skillsExcellent presentation, facilitation, communication, and project management skillsDesire for coaching and/or mentoring relationships with both senior and junior team membersStrong interpersonal skills and teamwork orientationEthical mindset and willingness to raise concerns to internal team members when appropriateOur Ideal Candidate will have:Provide legal expertise and commercial support to all functional groups of the Company (including review and negotiating commercial contracts, preparing and reviewing proposals and terms sheet, devising new revenue, performance, and real property agreements, ensuring internal compliance with project agreements, monitoring post-closing obligations including borrower compliance with payments and loan covenants, and assisting with post-closing amendments to transaction documents including related waivers and consents) in the development, execution, administration, and operation of utility-scale renewable energy projectsNegotiate, implement, and support ongoing compliance obligations of project and portfolio finance facilitiesCollaborate with origination, development, execution, procurement, treasury, tax, asset management, and O&M teams to prioritize and execute on requests for legal support from each different departmentManage negotiation and drafting of finance, development, and procurement agreements and applicationsReview and approve documents for execution in accordance with Company policies and proceduresSupport and, upon demonstrated ability, lead all phases of renewable energy transactions from inception through integration, particularly through due diligence process and transaction structuring, including drafting and negotiating term sheets, due diligence review, maintenance of virtual data rooms, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, and ensuring compliance with post-closing obligationsAdvise on negotiating positions relating to insurance coverage and bankability for the major packagesDevelop, review, and recommend changes to Company form documentsAssist with auditing and document compliance by preparing and reviewing document summaries as requestedSupport efforts to comply with regulatory requirements and secure regulatory approvals, including strategic M&A transaction and SEC filings and disclosuresProvide guidance on regulatory matters, including assisting with public policy and regulatory issues and providing counsel in the identification of strategic marketsSupport Company’s project documentation and compliance functions, including general post-closing supportPerform and manage corporate governance activities for Company and its subsidiaries as directed, including preparation of resolutions, operating agreements, and documents with respect to formation and dissolution of entities, and support Company’s Board or its committees as requestedCoordinate with the Legal Team and Risk Management to assess and manage disputes and claims and potential disputes, communicating with team members, counterparties, outside counsel, and other management as appropriate, and work to constructively resolve disputes in a cost-effective mannerSupport management of external legal resources to ensure efficient, timely, and effective completion of tasks in compliance with project and legal department budgets during transaction/project life cycleCoordinate efforts with other legal and management staff regarding corporate and project requirements to ensure maximum value and appropriate risk management for Company and its stakeholdersAchieve and maintain industry knowledge and strategy expertise for solar, wind, EV charging, hydrogen, and battery storage projectsPerform other tasks as assignedRequirements:Bachelor’s degree and J.D. from an accredited law schoolMember in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar, preferably New York, California, or Florida4+ years legal experience at a law firm or in-house working directly on finance transactionsKnowledge of a wide variety of contract formats relevant to the renewable energy industryDemonstrated interest or experience in the development and finance of renewable energy and energy efficiency infrastructure projects for both public and private sectorsProven record of managing multiple projects while meeting deadlinesAbility to build stakeholder consensus and appropriately balance legal and business risk in support of company’s business goalsExcellent oral and written communication skillsTeam-orientation with demonstrated initiative and ability to work in a fast-paced business environment, handling varied and shifting priorities and deadlines as neededStrong work ethic, detail oriented, business savvy, flexible schedule when necessaryLegally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without restrictionsPreferred Qualifications:7+ years’ experience in renewable energy structured or project finance, with a mix of big law firm and in-house work preferred, including familiarity with sale-leaseback, partnership flip, inverted lease, and other major finance structures common in renewable energy/tax-based financeStrong capital markets and renewable energy finance experience; with EV, wind, and battery storage project finance and/or commodities trading experience a plusStrong interpersonal skills, including a sense of kindness and humor (and preference for the Oxford comma)Smart, decisive, organized, and innovative problem solver comfortable developing methods to think beyond existing solutions and possessing a willingness and ability to influence Company culture and strategyLocation / Travel: New York, NY or South Florida with limited domestic and international travel. Current company policy requires Tuesday-Thursday in office for this position.How we set you up for success:At MN8, we know our most valuable resource is our people. That’s why we offer the following benefits. By investing in you, we know we are investing in the clean energy of tomorrow.Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance beginning the 1st of the month following your date of hirePaid Time OffPaid holidays and floating holidays401(k) with competitive employer matchParental leaveMN8 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.