Corporate Counsel | International Renewable Energy Operator

Overview

An International Renewable Energy company that owns and operates utility-scale renewable energy projects is looking to grow their U.S. legal team. As the Corporate Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in the business by providing strategic guidance and oversight in M&A and project finance activities. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced attorney to work with a dynamic and fast-paced team, providing legal guidance and support for all aspects of our business.

Responsibilities

• Project Finance:
  • Negotiate and draft complex financing agreements, including debt facilities, tax equity structures, refinancings and other project finance-related documents.
  • Collaborate with lenders, tax equity investors, financial institutions and internal teams to secure project funding and manage relationships throughout the financing lifecycle.
  • Advise on compliance with financial covenants and regulatory requirements.
• M&A:
  • Oversee legal aspects of project acquisitions and divestitures, including drafting and negotiating membership interest purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, asset transfer agreements, and share transfer agreements.
  • While using your legal expertise, you will work in tandem with the commercial team to make strategic decisions regarding the acquisition and sale of renewable energy projects.
• Other:
  • Support the corporate secretary function, providing counsel to the board and its committees, to include preparing meeting agendas and materials, drafting resolutions, coordinating logistics, and drafting minutes.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance guidelines and committee charters.
  • Assist in managing outside counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission and good standing in Texas.
• Must have legal experience in the renewable energy industry either at a law firm or in-house.
• Minimum of 1 year of transactional experience in the renewable energy sector.
• Exposure to M&A and project finance transactions in the renewable energy sector.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.