Job Overview
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The General Counsel position is responsible for overseeing all legal matters within the organization. This includes contract drafting and negotiations, corporate governance, and record-keeping tasks.
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Main Responsibilities
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* Negotiate, write, and execute agreements and contracts on behalf of the company.
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* Manage the execution of all legal documents required for project financing, loan closings, and other contracts as needed.
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* Draft and/or review Purchase and Sale Agreements, Letters of Intent, EPC Contracts, O&M contracts, and other contracts ancillary to the acquisition, financing, and ongoing management of distributed energy solar and storage projects.
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* Complete due diligence review of project contracts, including power purchase agreements, real property documents, corporate governance documents, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and other contracts ancillary to the development, construction, acquisition, financing, and management of distributed energy solar and storage projects.
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* Coordinate and manage the work of outside legal counsel as needed.
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* Hire, train, and develop the legal team employees.
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* Manage day-to-day activities.
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* Motivate the team to achieve organizational goals.
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* Conduct training to maximize potential.
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* Create an environment that promotes positive communication and demonstrates flexibility.
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* Anticipate and mitigate potential legal problems within the organization and develop strategies to avoid costly litigation and reduce potential areas of risk.
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* Manage contract compliance.
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* Oversee corporate governance.
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Requirements
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* JD degree from an accredited institution.
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* Must be licensed in good standing.
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* Preferred licensing in states where the company operates.
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* 5+ years of experience in renewable energy project finance, M&A, or energy development with solid understanding of partnerships/ joint ventures / tax equity contract structures.
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* Experience drafting and negotiating contracts.
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* Proficient skills using the Microsoft Office suite including extensive SharePoint experience.
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* Proven experience leading and developing a legal team.
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* Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
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* Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
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Bonus Requirements
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* Experience with Procore, or similar construction management software.
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* Experience with SmartSheets.
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* Ability to build positive relationships and partnerships across the organization.
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* Ability to prioritize and multi-task various and conflicting responsibilities.
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* Ability to handle and protect confidential and sensitive information.
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* Ability to work full-time and independently within a team-oriented environment.
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* Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
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* Experience in high-productivity environment with constant growth and rapid change.
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