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# Director/VP, Tax Equity Capital at Palmetto Clean Technology

- **Company:** Palmetto Clean Technology
- **Location:** New York, NY / -, United States
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-09-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech/jobs/5413981008

## Job description

Company Description

Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all, we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers homeowners, businesses, and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple, scalable, and innovative solutions. Operating at the intersection of B2B and D2C, we offer software, financial products, and services that drive real environmental impact—without compromising value. We deliver end-to-end solutions for whole home electrification that put clean energy within reach for all.

Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development, career growth, and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits package—including unlimited PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, retirement plans, and more—so you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people, planet, and profit—backed by a culture that values collaboration, impact, and balance. Join us in building a brighter, cleaner world.

Location

This position will be based in New York City.

Reporting

This position will report to the President, Palmetto Capital Markets.

Summary of Role

The Director / VP will be responsible for leading capital markets activities spanning across capital raising and execution, with a primary focus on the origination, structuring, and execution of tax equity and other tax-efficient financing vehicles. This includes managing key tax equity investor, banking, and other financing  relationships, as well as overseeing the modeling work to support the advancement of the opportunities.  The Director / VP and their team will negotiate with banks and other financiers for all asset-related capital transactions for Palmetto.  The role will be a key member of the LightReach leadership team and help develop the in-house capital markets expertise and awareness across the organization.

Strategic & Tactical

- Lead the origination, structuring, negotiation, and execution of tax equity, transactions and other tax-efficient financing vehicles with external stakeholders
- Develop and nurture relationships with tax equity investors and identify new sources of tax equity capital
- Oversee the development and execution of Excel financial models to support tax equity transactions and other capital funding activities
- Execute tax equity and financing transactions from initial investor engagement through  negotiations, document review, due diligence, and closing
- Oversee reporting associated with Palmetto Finance to key financial stakeholders
- Collaborate with Corporate Finance, Treasury, Asset Management, and Accounting to ensure partnership and transparency on all things Palmetto Finance
- Develop and nurture strong relationships with key banks and external partners
- Is highly attuned to customer needs and requirements, and can anticipate their needs, and provide tailored solutions to meet their objectives
- Contribute to broader capital markets activities based on experience and business needs. Experience with debt structuring and/or tax credit origination and placement is highly valued, but not required
- Develop junior capital markets team members

## Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; master’s or MBA a plus
- 6+ years of experience in banking or capital markets; renewable energy and tax equity experience strongly preferred
- Strong business acumen and analytical skills with deep understanding of the macroeconomic landscape
- Deep experience in financial modeling and negotiating and structuring complex deals, with demonstrated experience originating, structuring, and executing tax equity transactions
- Strong relationships with tax equity investors and a demonstrated ability to originate new sources of capital
- Proven track record of working on complex financial transactions, collaborating closely with internal teams (Finance/Accounting, Legal etc)
- Experience with debt structuring and/or tax credit origination and placement is preferred, but not required
- Highly motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced customer-centric environment where priorities may change quickly
- Collaborates seamlessly with internal teams in Finance & Accounting, Technology etc.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience presenting and influencing decision making at the senior leadership level

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

## Equal Employment Opportunity

Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

To ensure a fair evaluation, we may use AI to assist in sorting applications, but all final decisions are made by our hiring team and no candidate dispositions are automated. We will keep your information on file for four years from the date of your application. For detailed information about how we handle your data and our use of AI, please review our full privacy policy.

For more about our Privacy Policy, visit: https://palmetto.com/privacy-policy

## About Palmetto Clean Technology

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Palmetto is a clean energy platform that makes it easy for homeowners to switch to solar, battery storage, HVAC upgrades, and other home electrification solutions while providing financing and energy management tools.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series C - III) [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Headquarters**: Charlotte, North Carolina, United States [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Founded**: 2010 [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary Industry**: Renewable energy, home electrification, clean technology
- **Target Customers**: Homeowners (B2C) and solar/energy installers (B2B partner network)
- **Mission Statement**: "Leading the world towards a clean energy future" and "making cleaner energy a no-brainer—easy to switch, easy to finance, easy to see the savings" [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/about)

## Products & Services
- **Palmetto Solar**: Full-service solar panel system design, installation, and financing for homeowners. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/products/buy-solar)
- **Battery Storage**: Home battery solutions for energy backup and storage. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/products/energy-storage)
- **HVAC Upgrades**: High-efficiency heating and cooling system replacements. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/products/hvac)
- **Water Heater Upgrades**: Energy-efficient water heater installations.
- **Palmetto Home App**: Mobile app to monitor energy production, consumption, and manage clean energy usage. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Palmetto Marketplace**: Rewards program offering discounts on cutting-edge home products from premium partners. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/)
- **Financing Options**: Flexible payment plans including loans, leases, and power purchase agreements (PPAs) to lower upfront costs.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (total funding raised: $1.882B) [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Key Metric**: Total Funding – $1.882B across multiple rounds; latest round was Series C - III ($7.18M raised ~9 months ago) [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Notable Investors**: Truist, Morgan Stanley, The Rise Fund, Lerer Hippeau, ArcTern Ventures, and 17+ others [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)
- **Growth Signals**: Over 97,000 homes powered for a full year*, 109k EV trips around the earth* equivalent in emissions saved, and 76k years of nonstop space heater use* offset. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/about) Currently listing 29 open positions on Greenhouse. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech)

## Competitive Advantages
- **One-stop shop** for home energy upgrades (solar, battery, HVAC, water heaters) with integrated financing and a digital platform.
- **Proprietary technology** for solar potential assessment, energy monitoring, and customer management.
- **Strong partner network** giving installers access to exclusive financing, prequalified demand, and long-term service contracts.
- **Mission-driven brand** built around simplicity, transparency, and environmental impact.

## Strategic Focus
- Accelerate mass adoption of clean energy by removing friction for homeowners (easy switching, financing, and management).
- Expand product offerings beyond solar into whole-home electrification (HVAC, heat pumps, batteries).
- Scale the partner network to drive installer growth and lock in long-term recurring revenue.
- Continue to build out the Palmetto Home app and intelligence platform (including applied AI) to improve customer experience and device performance. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech)

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values clarity, action, adaptability, inclusivity, and "customer first" mentality. Emphasis on collaboration, ownership, and making a real environmental impact. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/careers)
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Some roles are fully remote (e.g., Senior Salesforce Product Manager, Capital Markets roles), while many engineering and leadership roles are based at the Charlotte HQ. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech)
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision), unlimited PTO (Responsible PTO), stock options, 401(k) with employer match (from day one), generous parental leave, pet insurance, professional development programs, and equity grants. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech)
- **Perks**: Annual peer-nominated "Grahammy Awards" (named after the canine cofounder), team experiences in Charlotte, and a dog-friendly office. [palmetto.com](https://palmetto.com/careers)
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on solving complex problems with space to innovate; roles include Senior Product Manager for Intelligence Platform/Applied AI, Software Development Engineer III, and VP of Technical Product Commercialization. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech)

## Sources
1. [palmetto.com/about](https://palmetto.com/about)
2. [palmetto.com/careers](https://palmetto.com/careers)
3. [palmetto.com/products](https://palmetto.com/)
4. [greenhouse.io - Palmetto Clean Technology Jobs](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/palmettocleantech)
5. [cbinsights.com - Palmetto Company Profile](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/palmetto-clean-technology)

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