The Company

Our client is a portfolio company of an international investment firm & focuses on developing, constructing, owning & operating sustainable, large-scale infrastructure assets throughout the United States. They have over 10 GW of solar power & energy storage projects that they are actively developing in an effort to accelerate the energy transition.

Role Overview

Our client seeks an Associate Counsel who will handle a wide range of tasks to help develop, build, finance & operate clean energy projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work cohesively across various teams – from development to finance to EPC
• Support with agreements such as those related to procurement, offtake & finance
• Provide assistance with drafting, negotiating & completing project-based transactions as well as ensure financial compliance
• Spearhead legal matters related to real estate deals, from negotiating agreements such as leases, to supporting with title & policy issuances
• Support with assessing & reviewing responses to RFPs & requests for due diligence
• Develop & implement legal policies & procedures to ensure efficient workflows

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Experience within the renewable energy industry
• Ability to multitask & work well under pressure
• Prior legal experience supporting complicated transactions
• Ability to focus as well as assess & resolve legal concerns efficiently
• Excellent management capabilities, including overseeing outside counsel
• Ability to work well on small legal teams
• Strong communication skills