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U.S. Bank is seeking an attorney with project finance experience to provide legal support for U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance (IF), with a special focus on financing energy and related infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will support IF on a variety of legal matters with respect to new and existing debt transactions.
- Working closely with the business lines to drive meaningful improvements in how the teams evaluate, close and manage their financings
- Performing due diligence and providing guidance to business line teams regarding financing documents to ensure alignment with U.S. Bank internal policies and regulatory requirements and working effectively with in-house and external counsel.
Preferred Skills/Experience
- At least 5-8 years of in-house, government or law firm experience in energy and related infrastructure transactions and related financing and project documents
- Experience with drafting and negotiating financing documents, EPC, O&M, energy offtake, transmission, project supply and real property documents.
- Ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business guidance
- Problem solver with a demonstrated commitment to client service and strength in working collaboratively
- Excellent communication skills and strategic thinker with ability to support process improvement
- Experience with tax credits is preferred, but not required
- Diligent, detail-oriented, and proactive, with a desire to learn new skills and keep abreast of industry and regulatory developments
- Interest and curiosity with respect to the Bank’s business and operations
- Experience developing new products and services in a highly regulated environment
Location expectations
This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $170,255.00 - $200,300.00
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
