Deputy General Counsel

SEG Solar; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

SEG Solar seeks a Deputy General Counsel in Houston, TX to support the General Counsel, COO and CEO in day-to-day legal affairs. The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating module purchase agreements, supplier agreements, and other commercial contracts while interfacing with customers and third parties.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is admitted in a US jurisdiction, and brings extensive transactional experience, strong contract law knowledge, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• JD from a US law school and active license in any US jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of experience in legal transactional work, with exposure to UCC/commercial transactions and supply agreements for sales of goods.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and supplier agreements and other commercial contracts.
• Provide business-focused legal advice on contract terms, payment structures, insurance, bonding, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counsel on complex matters and maintain contract records.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Written communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

MS Office

Contract management tools

Job description

Deputy General Counsel

Houston, TX, US

About SEG Solar

Founded in 2021 and based in Houston, Texas (Cypress area), SEG Solar is a leading solar module manufacturer committed to delivering high-quality products and advancing clean energy solutions. Our vertically integrated supply chain supports utility‑scale, commercial, and residential solar projects, with a strong emphasis on operational excellence, safety, and compliance.

About the Role

We are seeking a Deputy General Counsel to support our General Counsel, COO, CEO and sales team in managing day-to-day legal activities, with a particular emphasis on transactional work, including drafting and negotiating module purchase agreements, contractor/vendor agreements and other commercial contracts. This role requires a detail-oriented, business-minded attorney who can operate independently and handle both complex negotiations and day-to-day legal tasks, including preparing written communications to, and interfacing directly with, customers and other third parties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from a US institution and active license to practice law in any US jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of experience in legal transactional work, ideally with exposure to UCC/commercial transactions and supply agreements for sales of goods.
• Strong understanding of contract law, negotiation strategies, and risk management as it relates to manufacturers and sellers.
• Ability to work across departments in a broad range of practice areas.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management tools.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, supplier agreements, intercompany agreements and facility equipment, construction and leasing agreements.
• Interface directly with internal stakeholders and provide clear, business-focused legal advice on contract terms, payment structures, insurance, bonding, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and send formal notices, default letters, and other contractual communications to customers and other third parties.
• Support project teams with contract interpretation, enforcement, and compliance tracking.
• Resolve or assist in handling disputes, claims, and litigation matters.
• Ensure all contracts comply with federal, state, and local laws.
• Coordinate with external counsel on specialty or complex matters.
• Maintain organized records of contract versions, amendments, approvals, and deadlines.
• Review NDAs, vendor agreements, and internal policies as needed.
• Maintain corporate minutes books and attend to organizational documents and filings.

Work Setting and Schedule:

• Office- based in Houston, TX (Cypress)
• Monday to Friday, 8- hour shift
• Remote work possible up to 1 day per week