Senior Energy Commercial Transactions Attorney

Florida Power & Light; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC in the United States seeks an experienced commercial transactions attorney to support complex energy-related agreements, including power purchase agreements and joint development agreements. This role sits onsite in Juno Beach, FL or Houston, TX.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, advise clients, manage risk, and ensure budgetary compliance in a fast-paced environment. Tenured candidates with 5+ years of experience and a JD are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• State Bar membership in good standing.
• JD required and Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial transactions.
• Experience handling energy-sector agreements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate power purchase agreements and related contracts.
• Advise clients on legal risk and regulatory matters.
• Ensure budget compliance and minimize external counsel needs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across projects.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal drafting

Commercial transactions

Energy industry knowledge

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

NextEra Energy Resources, LLC in the United States seeks an experienced commercial transactions attorney to support complex energy-related agreements, including power purchase agreements and joint development agreements. This role sits onsite in Juno Beach, FL or Houston, TX.

You will draft and negotiate contracts, advise clients, manage risk, and ensure budgetary compliance in a fast-paced environment. Tenured candidates with 5+ years of experience and a JD are encouraged to apply.