M&A Associate

Position 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, critical path 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.

Desired Qualifications

• 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; MBA desired;
• Strong attention to detail and project management skills required.

Benefits and Culture

• 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.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

• New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees.
• We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work.
• We’re actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.