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Sr Legal Counsel, Project Finance

Sunrun

San Francisco, CA · Senior

$217,477 – $289,970

Listed on Sunrun’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Sunrun seeks an experienced project finance lawyer to lead the structuring, negotiation, and closing of complex renewable energy transactions, including tax equity, securitizations, and debt financing for distributed solar and storage assets. This role suits attorneys with 3-5+ years in project finance law who can operate autonomously, advise executives on multi-million dollar deals, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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What they ask for

Required

  • J.D. from accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in at least one U.S. state
  • 3-5+ years dedicated project finance law experience
  • Primary focus on renewable energy financing transactions
  • Proven ability to independently drive complex transactions from term sheet to closing
  • Strategic thinking and negotiation skills
  • Ability to communicate complex legal issues to executive leadership

Nice to have

  • Portfolio financing structures experience
  • Familiarity with AI tools for legal work
  • Growth mindset for learning new technologies

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