Corporate Counsel

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and mentorship for career progression

Job summary

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking a Corporate Counsel to support various commercial agreements for energy projects. This role requires a J.D. and significant legal experience, particularly in commercial transactions.

The ideal candidate will draft and negotiate contracts, advise leadership on compliance, and manage outside counsel. The anticipated salary is between $160,000 and $180,000, and strong project management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of legal experience, with at least 3 years at a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts.
• Advise company leaders regarding deal structure and regulatory compliance.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel on specialized matters.

Skills

Legal experience

Commercial transactions

Project management skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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.

Why Eagle Creek?

• A comprehensive benefits plan: 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 & mentors for Career Progression and Personal Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including vendor contracts, professional services agreements, 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.

Salary Disclosure

The anticipated salary range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000. Actual placement within this range will be determined based on relevant experience, education, internal equity, and geographic location.