Legal Counsel Structured Finance & Funds – Renewables
About the job
Title: Structured Finance & Fund Counsel – Renewables
Location: London
We are working with an international renewable energy platform that is looking to appoint a Structured Finance & Fund Counsel to support its global portfolio across solar, BESS and wind.
This is a hands-on role focused on complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions, working closely with investors, lenders and internal teams to structure and execute financing and fund-related activities.
The position will lead legal structuring across project finance, capital markets and fund vehicles, and act as a key advisor on transactions tied to renewable energy assets globally.
Key Responsibilities
Structured Finance & Project Finance
- Lead drafting and negotiation of financing documentation across senior debt, mezzanine and hybrid structures
- Advise on security packages, intercreditor arrangements and lender approvals across multiple jurisdictions
Fund Formation & Investment Structures
- Structure and document private funds, co-investment platforms and SPVs for institutional capital deployment
- Support legal aspects of equity investments and joint ventures
Capital Markets & Financing
- Support issuance of bonds and sustainability-linked instruments
- Ensure alignment with relevant frameworks including ICMA Green Bond Principles
Cross-Border Transactions
- Coordinate with external counsel across Latin America and Southeast Asia
- Manage legal risk across civil and common law jurisdictions
Regulatory & Compliance
- Monitor UK, EU and international regulatory developments
- Advise on AIFMD and cross-border investment structures
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction
- 5–10 years PQE in structured finance, fund formation or project finance
- Experience gained at a leading international law firm, financial institution or in-house platform
- Strong exposure to multi-jurisdictional transactions and cross-border financing structures
- Experience working with international investors, lenders and counterparties
- Fluency in Mandarin is preferred due to stakeholder engagement
