Overview
An in-house role is available for a Real Estate & Project Development Attorney with a renewable energy organization in Nashville, TN.
This is a permanent, full-time position focused on hands-on management of real estate transactions supporting project development. The ideal candidate can independently drive deals with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage site control and land use transactions
- Handle purchase options, easements, and closings from start to finish
- Lead purchase and sale transactions, including title and survey review
- Manage and coordinate deal progress to meet deadlines while supporting fast-paced project needs
- Serve as a trusted legal advisor to project development, external affairs, and project finance teams
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
- Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively across cross-functional business teams
- Active bar admission in good standing in at least one state
- Strong academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school
- Outstanding professional references from former supervisors
Preferred Qualifications
- Renewable energy experience (preferred, not required)
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $175,000 to $210,000 plus bonus
- Pay is based on multiple factors including (but not limited to) work experience, qualifications, and credentials
- Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Generous leave policies
Location
- Nashville, TN (in-office preferred)
- Remote considered on a case-by-case basis
- Remote candidates must have 6+ years of commercial real estate experience, including substantial work with renewable energy clients
Confidentiality
The organization will not propose candidates to prospective clients without prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.