In-House Counsel

Talently; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently in Denver, Colorado is seeking an In-House Counsel to join their team in the renewable energy sector. This role involves drafting and negotiating power purchase agreements and advising on complex transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance while supporting energy project development. The ideal candidate has a J.D., 5–8 years of experience in transactional law, particularly within energy contracts, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a competitive salary of $175,000 to $200,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of transactional legal experience, with expertise in energy contracts, project development, or infrastructure law.
• Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate PPAs, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and/or interconnection agreements.
• Exceptional analytical and legal drafting skills with a clear, concise approach to risk assessment and communication.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate power purchase agreements (PPAs), tolling agreements, and related commercial contracts.
• Advise on PPA structures for data center and high-load commercial clients.
• Support commercial teams with deal structuring and risk identification.
• Provide legal support across all phases of generation project development.
• Assist with permitting, land rights, transmission service agreements, and grid access documentation.
• Monitor and advise on compliance with FERC, state utility commission, and RTO/ISO regulations.
• Collaborate with external counsel on complex matters.
• Develop and maintain contract templates, legal playbooks, and internal legal policies.

Skills

Power Purchase Agreements

Energy Contract Negotiation

Project Development

Regulatory Compliance

Commercial Transactions

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Salary

$175,000-$200,000 + Bonus

Skills

Power Purchase Agreements, Energy Contract Negotiation, Project Development, Regulatory Compliance, Commercial Transactions

About the Opportunity

Join a dynamic leader in the renewable energy services sector committed to advancing sustainable solutions through innovation and expertise. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the energy transition, supporting a growing portfolio of power supply agreements and renewable generation projects. As an In-House Counsel, you will play a critical role in enabling complex transactions, cross-functional collaboration, and regulatory compliance for an organization dedicated to clean energy and client success.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate power purchase agreements (PPAs), tolling agreements, and related commercial contracts for renewable energy transactions.
• Advise on PPA structures for data center and high-load commercial clients, addressing provisions for load flexibility, curtailment, reliability, and sustainability commitments.
• Support commercial teams with deal structuring and risk identification throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Provide legal support across all phases of generation project development, including reviewing and negotiating EPC, O&M, and interconnection agreements.
• Assist with permitting, land rights, transmission service agreements, and grid access documentation relevant to energy projects.
• Monitor and advise on compliance with FERC, state utility commission, and RTO/ISO regulations impacting commercial and development activities.
• Collaborate with external counsel on complex matters and manage outside counsel relationships.
• Develop and maintain contract templates, legal playbooks, and internal legal policies.

Must-Have Skills

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar admission in good standing (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• 5–8 years of transactional legal experience, with expertise in energy contracts, project development, or infrastructure law.
• Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate PPAs, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and/or interconnection agreements.
• Exceptional analytical and legal drafting skills with a clear, concise approach to risk assessment and communication.
• Proven success managing multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience advising on power supply agreements involving data centers or large commercial/industrial customers.
• Familiarity with FERC-jurisdictional markets, NERC standards, and wholesale energy market rules.
• Background in renewable energy project development, including solar, wind, or storage initiatives.
• Understanding of WSPP and EEI form Master Agreements.