Senior Solar Energy Attorney - Boston / USA Hybrid. Excellent prospects

Cameron Cole International; Boston (MA); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Work/life balance

Résumé du poste

A well-regarded international law firm in Boston is seeking a Senior Solar Energy Attorney to manage legal efforts in solar project development. You will lead project planning and permitting, navigate regulatory compliance, and oversee financing activities. This role offers an opportunity to excel in renewable energy law while enjoying a work/life balance. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience and hold a JD from an accredited law school. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the global energy transition.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of dedicated experience in renewable energy law.
• Proven track record in solar project development.
• Strong client-facing skills for business development.

Responsabilités

• Lead legal efforts in project planning and permitting.
• Negotiate complex land lease and easement agreements.
• Navigate Massachusetts SMART 3.0 incentives and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee project financing and lead M&A activities.
• Draft and negotiate high-value Power Purchase Agreements.

Connaissances

Renewable energy law expertise

Client-facing skills

Business development

Formation

Juris Doctor (JD)

Description du poste

We are looking for a Senior Solar Energy Attorney to join the Boston office of an excellent International law firm. This role is central to our clients mission of accelerating the global energy transition.

You will serve as a strategic legal advisor to developers, investors, and stakeholders, managing the full legal lifecycle of utility‑scale and community solar projects in Boston, across United States & beyond. This is an excellent opportunity to join our client as they grow and expand in solar energy law and projects. You will have the chance to grow a strong career - whilst truley having a Work / life balance not often found in traditional US firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Development: Lead legal efforts in project planning and permitting, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and siting regulations.
• Real Estate & Land Use: Negotiate complex land lease and easement agreements and manage site control issues.
• Regulatory & Grid: Navigate Massachusetts SMART 3.0 incentives, ISO-NE interconnection processes, and FERC/DPU regulatory compliance.
• Financing & Transactions: Oversee project financing, including tax equity and debt structures. Lead M&A activities for single-asset and portfolio acquisitions.
• Contracting: Draft and negotiate high‑value Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), EPC contracts, and O&M agreements.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 7+ years of dedicated experience in renewable energy law, with a proven track record in solar project development.
• Strong client facing skills and business development.
• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active member of the US Bar.