In-House Attorney

Guzman Energy; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Flexible PTO policy

Complementary gym membership

Job summary

Guzman Energy is seeking an In-House Attorney to join their Alabama office. This role will involve drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements, providing legal support for generation projects, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate should possess a J.D., 5–8 years of transactional experience in the energy sector, and exceptional analytical skills. Guzman Energy offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a collaborative work environment dedicated to clean energy innovation.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of transactional experience in energy contracts or infrastructure.
• Active bar admission in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong communication skills to convey risk clearly.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate power purchase agreements and commercial contracts.
• Support legal aspects of generation project development from inception to operation.
• Advise on compliance with FERC, state utility commission, and ISO rules.

Skills

Transactional experience in the energy sector

Analytical and drafting skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Negotiating power purchase agreements

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

About Guzman Energy

Guzman Energy is a wholesale power provider dedicated to revolutionizing the energy landscape through innovative solutions. Serving cooperatives, municipalities, companies, & tribes across North America, we combine entrepreneurial spirit with deep industry expertise to create value in complex energy markets. Our team of approximately 80 professionals is committed to accelerating the transition to clean energy while maintaining competitive pricing and reliable service for our customers.

Position Overview

Guzman Energy is seeking a skilled and motivated In-House Attorney to join our legal team. This position sits at the intersection of energy transactions and infrastructure development, supporting the company’s growing portfolio of power purchase agreements (PPAs) and generation project development activities. The ideal candidate brings mid-level transactional experience in the energy sector and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Power Purchase Agreements & Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate power purchase agreements (PPAs), tolling agreements, and related commercial contracts across Guzman’s wholesale power business
• Advise on PPA structures tailored to data center and high-load commercial customers, including provisions addressing load flexibility, curtailment, reliability, and sustainability commitments
• Support the commercial team in deal structuring and risk identification throughout the contracting lifecycle

Generation Project Development

• Provide legal support across all phases of generation project development, including EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) contracts, O&M agreements, and related development documents
• Review and negotiate interconnection agreements, transmission service agreements, and related grid access documents with ISOs, RTOs, and utilities
• Assist with permitting, land rights, and real property matters associated with generation projects

Regulatory & Compliance

• Monitor and advise on relevant FERC, state utility commission, and RTO/ISO rules and regulations impacting Guzman’s commercial and development activities
• Support compliance with market rules, tariff obligations, and reporting requirements

General Legal Support

• Collaborate with external counsel on complex matters and manage outside counsel relationships effectively
• Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders across commercial, development, and finance teams
• Assist in developing and maintaining contract templates, playbooks, and legal policies
• Support company-wide compliance efforts, including identifying legal risk, coordinating with internal teams, and ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction)
• 5–8 years of transactional experience, with meaningful exposure to energy contracts, project development, or infrastructure
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating PPAs, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and/or interconnection agreements
• Strong analytical and drafting skills with the ability to identify and communicate risk clearly and concisely
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a lean, fast-moving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with FERC-jurisdictional markets, NERC standards, and wholesale market rules
• Background in renewable energy project development (solar, wind, storage)
• Familiarity with WSPP and EEI form Master Agreements

What the Guz Offers

• Competitive base salary: $175,000–$200,000 commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO policy
• Parking or RTD pass subsidy
• Complementary gym membership in office building

This position is based in our Alabama office with an in-person work requirement. Our collaborative culture values innovation, integrity, & impact. You will work in a modern office environment alongside passionate professionals committed to transforming the energy industry.

Guzman is an equal opportunity employer and hires without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, citizenship, national origin, marital, military and veteran status, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.