Associate General Counsel

talisman; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus

Equity participation

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

A leading distributed energy platform in Baltimore is seeking a Senior Legal Recruiter to join their team. This role involves leading negotiations on project agreements and providing legal guidance on corporate governance. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in corporate transactions and project finance within the renewable energy sector. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in corporate transactions, project finance, or tax equity in renewable energy.
• Strong experience navigating complex deal structures.
• Ability to manage external counsel effectively.
• Prior experience managing outside counsel and supporting multi-disciplinary deal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations on project and corporate agreements.
• Structure and close tax equity, debt, and project finance transactions.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance and internal compliance.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance, entity formation, and internal compliance.
• Advise leadership on legal risk, regulatory developments, and commercial strategy.

Skills

Project finance

Corporate transactions

Tax equity

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

Education

J.D. and active bar membership

8–10+ years in corporate transactions, project finance, or tax equity

Job description

Senior Legal Recruiter Energy & Infrastructure Law @ Talisman

We are currently partnered with a leading distributed energy platform that develops, finances, and operates clean energy infrastructure across the U.S. They’re seeking an Associate General Counsel to support continued growth across solar, storage, EV infrastructure, and microgrid projects.

This company has a 15-year track record of delivering innovative energy solutions for Fortune 500 clients and utilities and is looking for a strategic, business-minded attorney to join their executive team.

The Role

The Associate General Counsel, reporting into the CEO, will be a key business partner on project and corporate transactions, working closely with finance, development, and leadership teams. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in renewable energy project finance and commercial contracting, with the ability to navigate complex deal structures and manage external counsel effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations on project and corporate agreements, including PPAs, vendor, supply, and offtake contracts.
• Structure and close tax equity, debt, and project finance transactions.
• Manage M&A, joint venture, and strategic partnership documentation and due diligence.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance, entity formation, and internal compliance.
• Advise leadership on legal risk, regulatory developments, and commercial strategy.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active bar membership in good standing.
• 8–10+ years of experience in corporate transactions, project finance, or tax equity, ideally within the renewable energy sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
• Prior experience managing outside counsel and supporting multi-disciplinary deal teams.

Compensation & Location

• Competitive base salary + bonus + equity participation.
• Hybrid schedule (DC office) or fully remote on Eastern Time.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and 401(k).

If you’re interested in joining a high-growth company at the forefront of the clean energy transition, please apply.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services
• Services for Renewable Energy
• Utilities