Corporate Counsel

Description

• Manage and coordinate with outside counsel in connection with litigation and dispute matters
• Provide day-to-day legal support to business and project teams on contract risk management, change orders, claims, and dispute resolution
• Monitor and communicate legal developments and trends impacting the renewable energy, solar, and construction industries
• Provide training and guidance to project and operations teams on contract interpretation, risk management, and negotiation best practices
• Travel as needed to support business operations
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including prime contracts, subcontracts, vendor agreements, professional services agreements, and purchase orders
• Advise management on employment law issues and support internal employee relations investigations, in collaboration with HR
• Work collaboratively with business leaders to identify, assess, and resolve legal issues in a practical, business-oriented manner

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.); admitted and in good standing to practice law in Florida (or eligible for in-house counsel admission in Florida)
• Experience in insurance coverage, claims and/or related litigation is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and provide timely, practical advice
• Excellent judgment, communication, and negotiation skills
• Broad-based legal expertise, including contract negotiation, litigation management, and employment law counseling
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience (ideally 5–7 years) gained in a law firm and/or in-house role
• Experience in construction and/or renewable energy/solar strongly preferred

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance