Corporate Counsel

eaglecreekre; Bethesda (MD); Presencial; USD 160.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

HSA / FSA

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Eagle Creek is seeking a Corporate Counsel to structure, draft, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements supporting energy generation projects and infrastructure. The role also oversees governance, compliance, and policies across FERC, energy law, and environmental requirements.

You will advise executives on deal structure and risk, manage strategic transactions, and coordinate with external counsel. Strong JD, bar admission, and 4–7 years of relevant experience are required.

Formación

• 4–7 years of legal experience with at least 3 years in commercial transactions, project development, or M&A.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements with limited supervision; familiarity with energy-sector documents is a plus.
• Strong project management, attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication, with the ability to convey legal analysis to senior leaders.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts including vendor contracts, PPAs, EPC and O&M, and NDA agreements.
• Advise leaders on deal structure, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance for energy/infrastructure projects.
• Lead elements of strategic transactions including due diligence and post-closing integration support.
• Assist with corporate governance, board materials, and entity management for project companies.
• Develop and maintain policies addressing compliance with licenses, permits, and environmental/labor laws.

Conocimientos

Contract negotiation

Drafting

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Educación

J.D. from accredited law school

Bar admission (US state)

Descripción del empleo

About the role

The Corporate Counsel will be a key member of the Legal Department, with primary responsibility for structuring, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements supporting the company’s energy generation projects and infrastructure and related commercial relationships. The role also includes oversight of day‑to‑day corporate governance and compliance matters, with a focus on energy sector regulatory requirements and internal policies. This is a dynamic position with a growth-oriented company. Creativity and innovation are priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including vendor contracts, profession services agreement, PPAs, EPC and O&M agreements, asset purchase agreements, interconnection and transmission agreements, letters of intent, and nondisclosure agreements.
• Advise company leaders daily regarding deal structure, risk mitigation, contract interpretation, regulatory compliance for energy and infrastructure projects.
• Provide leadership and support for all elements of strategic transactions (e.g., M&A, joint ventures, project finance, and other strategic transactions), including due diligence, transaction document review, and post‑closing integration support.
• Assist with corporate governance, including preparation and maintenance of board and committee materials, corporate records, and entity management for project companies and subsidiaries.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures addressing company compliance under FERC licenses, energy law, state, federal, and local permits and approvals, state and federal environmental laws, employment and labor obligations, structured financings and tax credits, and various other legal requirements and obligations.
• Monitor developments in federal and state regulation affecting the business and work with regulatory specialists to integrate requirements into contracts and internal processes.
• Provide training to commercial and operational teams on contract standards, approval workflows, and compliance topics, and support internal audits and investigations as needed.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel on specialized matters while driving efficiency and budget discipline.

Desired Qualifications

• 4–7 years of legal experience, with at least 3 years at a law firm or in‑house legal department focused on commercial transactions, project development, or M&A. Energy or infrastructure experience preferred but not required.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements with limited supervision. Familiarity with energy‑sector project documents – e.g., PPAs, interconnection agreements, EPC agreements, and project‑level services and supply contracts – is preferred but not required.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail, including the ability to organize, plan, coordinate and implement large and cross‑functional projects and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to concisely convey legal analysis to all facets of the company, including senior business leaders, are of paramount importance.
• We prioritize the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives. Must demonstrate a proven ability to manage multiple matters in a fast‑paced environment.

Eagle Creek offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well‑being, and professional development of our employees. Benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Commuter benefits, Voluntary Life, 401(k) match
• Eleven paid holidays per year, plus a competitive PTO schedule and time off to volunteer or give back to your community
• Access to a company‑funded Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts through ADP LifeMart
• Tuition Reimbursement as well as access to trainings and mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development.

Salary disclosure: The anticipated salary range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors such as job‑related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices in compliance with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.