Job DescriptionSuccessful candidates for positions in the U.S. Bank Law Division consistently provide excellent advice and guidance to clients and colleagues on a variety of legal matters. They build trusting relationships that allow the business to make well-informed decisions. Successful candidates for positions in the Law Division also work to attract, retain, and develop great people in an inclusive environment where each person is valued for the distinct skills and attributes they bring to the group. They contribute to the excellence of the Law Division through meaningful collaboration, participation in the community, and investment in the development of the department.
U.S. Bank is seeking an experienced project finance attorney to provide legal support for U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance (IF), with a special focus on debt financing for 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 related to the financing of infrastructure assets, with particular focus on midstream, liquified natural gas, thermal and transmission projects. Experience with debt and tax equity financings for renewable energy assets is a plus. Responsibilities will include working closely with the business lines to drive meaningful improvements in how the teams structure, 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.
Basic Qualifications- Licensed by and in good standing with the appropriate state bar association or other appropriate state attorney licensing authority.
Preferred Skills and Experience- At least 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 ExpectationsThe role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.
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
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