Corporate Counsel

Overview

A rapidly growing utility-scale solar development company focused on mid-market projects across multiple RTOs is seeking a Corporate Counsel with 3–5 years of experience. This role supports general corporate matters and the drafting, review, and negotiation of construction and operations-related agreements for a utility-scale solar development platform. The position offers an opportunity to develop expertise in renewable energy construction, operations & maintenance (O&M), and asset management contracting while supporting general corporate and commercial work.

This role reports to the Senior EPC Counsel and collaborates closely with development, EPC, O&M, and finance teams, as well as the in-house legal team and external legal resources. The company is headquartered in St. Louis with an additional office in Los Angeles. Candidates able to work from either office are preferred, but remote work is also accepted.

Responsibilities

EPC & O&M Contracting

• Draft, review, and negotiate Master Subcontracts, Master Supply Agreements, O&M Agreements, Asset Management Agreements (AMAs), Service Agreements, Purchase Orders, Change Orders, and Work Orders supporting EPC and O&M activities across the project portfolio
• Coordinate change order and work order processes to ensure consistency with master agreements and proper documentation of scope, schedule, and cost adjustments
• Assist in resolving contract performance issues, including warranty claims, delay claims, and disputes with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Track and manage key contractual obligations, deadlines, and milestones across active construction contracts

General Corporate Matters

• Assist with drafting and negotiating commercial agreements such as NDAs, consulting agreements, vendor agreements, and other ordinary-course contracts
• Coordinate and manage outside counsel on discrete corporate and commercial matters, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and timeliness

Cross-Functional & Strategic Support

• Serve as a responsive, business-minded legal resource to EPC, O&M, finance, and development teams
• Communicate contractual risks and practical implications clearly to non-legal stakeholders in the context of project economics and timelines
• Adapt to new tasks and responsibilities as the business grows

Qualifications & Experience

• 3–5 years of relevant transactional legal experience, ideally including drafting and negotiating construction, supply, or subcontract agreements
• Hands-on experience with O&M and asset management contracting, including O&M agreements, AMAs, and related service agreements for operating renewable or infrastructure assets
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to manage multiple agreements and workstreams simultaneously
• Experience supporting general corporate matters such as commercial contracting and transactional support
• J.D. from a U.S. ABA-accredited law school; licensed and in good standing in the jurisdiction where the candidate will be based

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or construction industries (solar, wind, battery storage, or comparable large-footprint development)
• Familiarity with project finance concepts relevant to construction contracts, including lender consents, step-in rights, and performance security
• Prior in-house experience supporting development, construction, or procurement teams

Skills & Attributes

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Sound risk-identification and issue-spotting instincts; ability to communicate risk clearly to non-legal stakeholders
• Highly organized and able to manage competing deadlines across a high volume of contracts in a fast-paced environment
• Commercial mindset balancing legal rigor with pragmatic business needs
• Curious, proactive, and solutions-oriented with eagerness to build deep subject-matter expertise
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a sense of humor
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned workstreams, exercising sound judgment on escalation

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including base salary and bonus commensurate with experience and performance
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Meaningful visibility and direct impact within a lean, high-growth organization
• Occasional travel may be required for site visits and counterparty meetings

Location

• Headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri, with an additional office in Los Angeles, California
• Ability to work from either office is a plus; remote candidates are also welcome