Counsel, Contracts

Invenergy LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Invenergy LLC, headquartered in Chicago, IL, seeks a Contracts Counsel to support and expand its contract management function. This role reviews, negotiates and processes high-volume commercial contracts across the enterprise, aligning with risk parameters and company precedent.

The position also drives improvements to contract review processes, develops form agreements, and leverages AI tools for efficiency. Regular collaboration with non-legal teams provides guidance on contract processes.

Qualifications

• JD is required and an active US state bar license is necessary.
• 3–5 years of experience in a law firm, in-house counsel, or contract management.
• Experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on commercial agreements.
• Ability to work across functions with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and ability to explain complex concepts to management.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts in line with risk parameters.
• Maintain, update and manage the contract template library.
• Collaborate to enhance contract review workflows and adopt AI solutions.
• Provide training and guidance on contract processes to cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land‑based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.

This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3‑day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

The Contracts Counsel will support and expand Invenergy’s contract management function within the Legal Department. This role is responsible for reviewing, negotiating and processing a variety of high‑volume commercial contracts used across the enterprise by the Invenergy’s business.

The Contracts Counsel will also play a key role in updating and improving contract review processes, developing and maintaining form agreements and leveraging technology (including AI tools) to enhance efficiency and scalability within the Legal Department. This role requires regular engagement with non‑legal departments to provide guidance and training on Invenergy’s contract processes.

This position is on‑site at Invenergy's downtown Chicago, IL office.

Responsibilities

• Review, draft and negotiate a variety of standard commercial contracts, including confidentiality agreements, consulting contracts, services contracts, supply and vendor agreements, sale agreements and various other commercial arrangements, in each case in a manner that is consistent with company risk parameters and precedent.
• Maintain, update and manage the company’s contract template library.
• Collaborate with Legal Department to enhance contract review workflows, systems and processes, including the implementation and utilization of new products and AI solutions.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (e.g., asset management, project management, procurement, environmental, transmission, insurance, treasury, and IT) to provide training and guidance on contract processes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Active state bar license required.
• 3‑5 years of experience within a law firm, as an in‑house counsel or contract manager.
• Experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on a variety of commercial agreements.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with internal and external stakeholders under minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to relay complex concepts to members of management and other business stakeholders.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project coordination and management of projects with multiple levels of interface between vendors, internal staff, and other stakeholders preferred.

Base Pay

$155,000.00 - $180,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 25% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.