Company Overview: Our Client is a leading solar company committed to advancing renewable energy solutions and sustainability. With a focus on innovation and cutting-edge technology, they specialize in developing, financing, and operating solar projects across various markets. Their mission is to empower communities and businesses with clean energy solutions while driving positive environmental impact.
Position Overview: Our Client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their team. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth and success of our company. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of legal experience with a strong background in project development and project finance, particularly within the renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Development: Lead legal efforts in the development of solar projects from inception to completion, including site acquisition, permitting, interconnection agreements, and construction contracts.
- Project Finance: Provide legal support for project finance transactions, including negotiating and drafting financing agreements, managing due diligence processes, and ensuring compliance with financing requirements.
- Contract Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, such as power purchase agreements (PPAs), EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and land leases.
- Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and policies impacting the renewable energy industry, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.
- Risk Management: Identify legal risks and provide strategic advice to mitigate risks associated with project development, financing, and operations.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal teams, external counsel, investors, lenders, and other stakeholders to facilitate successful project execution and achieve business objectives.
- Legal Research and Analysis: Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues related to renewable energy development, finance, and regulatory matters, and provide guidance to the business as needed.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction
- 8+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on project development, project finance, and renewable energy.
- Strong understanding of renewable energy project structures, financing mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
