Associate Attorney Renewable Energy

Climate17; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their in-house legal team. This role involves supporting utility-scale renewable energy projects and providing legal guidance across various areas including land, permitting, and transactional matters. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, be admitted to a US Bar, and have 3-5 years of relevant legal experience. Strong communication and legal drafting skills are essential, as is the ability to manage complex workstreams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a relevant legal role.
• Foundational understanding of permitting, regulatory law, land use, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support cross‑functional teams with legal research and drafting.
• Draft and review commercial agreements including NDAs and leases.
• Research regulatory and permitting matters related to renewable energy development.

Skills

Strong written communication

Legal drafting capability

Ability to manage multiple, complex workstreams

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Admission and good standing with a US Bar

Job description

Climate17 is proud to partner with a global leader in renewable energy with over two decades of experience developing, constructing, and operating wind and solar assets. With a multi-gigawatt pipeline across the US, this organisation is recognised for its technical expertise, long-term ownership mindset, and commitment to the energy transition. The business fosters a collaborative, high-performing environment and offers meaningful career development opportunities while actively contributing to decarbonisation and environmental stewardship.

• Position: Associate Attorney
• Location: LaSalle, IL or Stuart, FL preferred - remote considered
• Travel: Approximately 25%

Your Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a growing in‑house legal team supporting utility‑scale renewable energy projects across the US. The role sits close to project development and commercial teams, providing legal support across land, permitting, power sales, and transactional matters. You’ll work on complex, high‑impact projects while gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of wind and solar developments in a fast‑moving, mission‑driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support cross‑functional teams with legal research and drafting
• Draft and review commercial agreements including NDAs, leases, consulting, and purchase agreements
• Research regulatory and permitting matters related to renewable energy development
• Prepare materials supporting land, power sales, interconnection, financing, and equipment negotiations
• Manage and organise project documentation for internal and external stakeholders
• Provide updates and reports to senior managementSupport additional legal matters as required

What You Bring

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission and good standing with a US Bar (FL, NY, or other relevant jurisdiction)
• 3–5 years’ experience in a relevant legal role
• Strong written communication and legal drafting capability
• Ability to manage multiple, complex workstreams
• Foundational understanding of permitting, regulatory law, land use, and contracts

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose‑led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process

Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.