What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Counsel position at AVANGRID RENEWABLES, LLC?
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $171,512 -$214,391 Provides legal counsel and advice to the Company on matters relating to the construction of offshore wind projects, including the Company’s Vineyard Wind 1 project, currently in construction off the coast of Massachusetts. Advises the company on complex legal matters relating to the negotiation and drafting of construction and procurement contracts for offshore wind projects and resolution of construction disputes. Monitors, negotiates, and drafts construction and procurement documents, including change orders, variations, contract amendments and similar agreements. Prosecutes or manages, as necessary, litigation and arbitration involving the Company and in particular, matters involving offshore wind project construction. Responsibilities include: Provide legal counsel and advice to the offshore wind business, with a focus on construction and procurement matters. Preferred candidate has some combination of the following: Experience with renewable energy development and construction; Experience working on large and complex infrastructure projects; Spanish language proficiency; Litigation, arbitration and/or mediation experience. Reviews and drafts contracts and other legal documents to which Avangrid Renewables and its affiliates are a party, including NDAs, consultant agreements, corporate guaranties, and routine construction and procurement contracts. Reviewing and drafting other commercial contracts and other legal instruments to which the Company is a party and providing other legal support to the commercial team and senior management. REQUIREMENTS: Located in Boston, Massachusetts At least 8 years of experience as an attorney, including counseling a renewable Energy company or similar infrastructure developers J.D. degree; Massachusetts Bar Admission or ability to waive into Massachusetts bar Excellent oral and written communications skills. Excellent legal drafting skills. Ability to lead and manage multiple projects, work independently, and meet deadlines. Ability to securely handle sensitive, confidential, and privileged information. Able to research and analyze complex business issues, statues and case law. Able to analyze complex legal issues, advise business and development teams and manage and implement appropriate corporate response. Occasional travel #LI-CO1 #LI-Office Mobility Information Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country AVANGRID’s employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com Job Posting End Date: We are one of the main energy companies in the world, a leader in renewables, which champions the energy transition towards a low-emissions economy. We supply energy to nearly 100 million people in dozens of countries and develops its renewable, network and commercial activities in Europe (Spain, the United Kingdom, Portugal, France, Germany, Italy and Greece), the United States, Brazil, Mexico and Australia and maintains markets such as Japan, Taiwan, Ireland, Sweden and Poland, among others, as growth platforms. Do you want to be part of the energy of the future? Do not hesitate, join us! Consult the Iberdrola career site Terms of Use and Legal Conditions Consult the Iberdrola employment channel Privacy Notice At Iberdrola Group | Careers we only use technical cookies to allow the operation and provision of the services offered on the website. For more information you can consult our Cookies Policy
Salary : $171,512 - $214,391