Associate General Counsel

Nautilus Solar Energy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its growing legal team. This role involves supporting solar project acquisitions, development, and financing transactions, providing essential legal guidance throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a JD, a current license to practice law, and over three years of experience in the renewables sector, particularly in solar. This position offers the opportunity to work remotely while being a key player in a dynamic environment focused on sustainable energy solutions. If you're passionate about renewable energy and have strong negotiation and communication skills, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Annual Performance Bonus

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Employer Match

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal experience in the renewables industry, preferably in solar.
• Ability to manage project due diligence and negotiate contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support solar project acquisition and financing transactions.
• Negotiate EPC contracts and manage outside counsel.

Skills

Legal Experience in Renewables

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

JD from an Accredited Law School

License to Practice Law

Job description

Description

Position Summary

Nautilus Solar Energy’s (“NSE”) Associate General Counsel will be responsible for supporting NSE’s solar project acquisition, development, EPC negotiations and financing transactions. The Associate General Counsel will be a key member of a growing legal team and can have the opportunity to be integrally involved through the life cycle of a project. The position will report directly to the Deputy General Counsel and is remote.

Responsibilities:

• Provide transactional assistance and support on a variety of solar acquisition, development and financing transactions, including managing project due diligence and negotiating purchase agreements.
• Responsible for negotiation of EPC contracts and related documents.
• Manage and coordinate with developers, EPC contractors and outside counsel.
• Support NSE departments in navigating legal issues arising during acquisition, development,
• construction and operation of projects.
• Provide organizational support to managing outside counsel.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law in one or more US jurisdictions.
• 3+ years of legal experience in the renewables industry; solar DG or community solar experience preferred.
• Experience working with EPC contracts.
• Familiarity with financing structures (debt and tax equity).
• Ability to interface with different levels and functions of the organization as well as with external parties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, seeking guidance from team members and Chief Legal & Administrative Officer as needed.

Benefits

Compensation:

• Competitive Salary
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability) are 100% covered by Nautilus
• 401(k) offered with employer match