In-House Real Estate & Project Development Counsel

Overview

This role is for an In-House Real Estate & Project Development Attorney supporting a renewable energy organization as part of its Real Estate and Project Development team in Nashville, TN.

The position is hands-on and deal-driven, with responsibility for managing real estate transactions end-to-end and serving as a trusted advisor to project development, external affairs, and project finance teams. Candidates should be able to run deals independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage real estate-related transactions from start to finish, including:
  • Purchase options
  • Easements
  • Closings
• Lead title and survey-related workstreams, including review and issue resolution
• Handle and advise on purchase and sale agreements and related deal documentation
• Manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Provide legal guidance that directly supports how projects get built
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional business teams (project development, external affairs, and project finance)

Requirements

• 6+ years of real estate experience at a top-tier law firm or comparable in-house legal department
• Substantial, independent experience with:
  • Purchase and sale transactions
  • Title and survey review
  • Closing
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work across cross-functional business teams
• Active bar admission in good standing in at least one state
• Excellent academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school
• Outstanding professional references from former supervisors

Preferred Qualifications

• Renewable energy experience is a plus (not required)

Position Details

• Type of role: Permanent
• Schedule: Full-time
• Location: Nashville, TN
• Remote: Remote candidates must have 6+ years of commercial real estate experience, including substantial work with renewable energy clients. Remote is considered on a case-by-case basis.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $175,000 to $210,000 plus bonus
• Compensation is based on multiple factors including work experience, qualifications, and credentials.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); generous leave policies.

Confidentiality

• Candidates are not proposed to prospective clients without prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity

• Equal Opportunity Employer.