Clean Energy Transactions Counsel

Jobot; Vineland (NJ); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking non-profit organization dedicated to clean energy and community empowerment. As a fully remote Transactional Counsel, you'll leverage your legal expertise in U.S. energy transactions and corporate governance to support meaningful projects that combat climate change. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex deal structures while fostering strong relationships with internal teams and external counsel. With an emphasis on collaboration and innovation, you will be part of a mission-driven team that is committed to creating lasting benefits for communities across the nation. If you're passionate about making a difference and have a strong legal background, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Fully remote

Great team

Meaningful work

Amazing benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience in U.S. energy transactions and finance.
• Active state bar membership and JD from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze contracts including loan documents and agreements.
• Oversee corporate governance and compliance matters.

Skills

U.S. energy transactions

Corporate governance

Project management

Legal analysis

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Fully Remote Transactional Counsel for Amazing Non-Profit

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A Bit About Us

We are a national coalition dedicated to ensuring that every American—no matter where they live or what challenges they face—can participate in the transition to clean energy and reap its benefits, such as quality jobs, cleaner air, and lower energy bills. We provide loans for clean energy projects to communities and small businesses that lack access to affordable financing options.

We are building a stronger economy, enhancing affordable housing, and developing robust local workforces to secure lasting benefits for our communities and the future of our planet.

Together, we have a long history of deploying more than $30 billion of private and institutional capital to combat climate change and create lasting economic opportunities in low-income and underserved areas that have long been underinvested and disproportionately affected by pollution. Through our ongoing efforts, we are ensuring that all Americans can benefit from clean energy.

Why Join Us?

• Fully remote
• Great team
• Meaningful work
• Amazing benefits

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled legal professional to join our team, specializing in U.S. energy transactions, finance, and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in complex deal structures and be comfortable managing multiple projects while fostering strong relationships with both internal teams and external counsel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze, and provide feedback on a wide range of contracts including, but not limited to, loan documents, loan participation agreements, security agreements, PPAs, EPCs, Offtake Agreements, Interconnection Agreements, Purchase Agreements, intercreditor and subordination agreements, confidentiality agreements, and other related documents.
• Oversee general corporate governance matters, such as maintaining up-to-date corporate records, organizing board meetings, and developing internal compliance policies.
• Advise on board decisions and create supporting materials to promote robust corporate governance and ethical practices.
• Assist with ensuring adherence to government contract requirements, internal compliance mandates, and procurement processes.
• Draft and update internal legal forms and policies to support business operations.
• Supervise and coordinate with external legal teams to ensure efficient and effective legal support.

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in one or more state bar associations.
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant legal experience with a strong foundation in U.S. energy transactions (preferably within smaller scale clean energy projects focused on distributed power, building decarbonization, and electric transportation) as well as general finance and banking.
• Significant background in law firm environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and commitment to follow-through.
• A proactive self-starter with robust project management abilities, capable of independently managing transactions and initiatives from inception to completion while juggling multiple priorities.
• Openness to innovative ideas and creative problem-solving.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset suitable for a semi-remote, team-oriented work setting.
• Ability to travel domestically on occasion.

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services, Law Practice, and Government Administration