Description
contract negotiation
legal drafting
regulatory compliance
due diligence
risk management
litigation support
The Senior Attorney is responsible for managing all legal affairs for the Atlantica Canada business, which includes, among other things, a district heating business, interests in two operating wind projects, and various development stage energy projects.
The senior attorney shall provide strategic legal counsel and leadership on complex legal matters related to renewable energy project development, Company transactions, regulatory compliance and HR and litigation matters as necessary. This role partners with business units, external counsel, and senior leadership to manage risk, negotiate high-value agreements, and ensure that all company activities align with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
- Advise on the development, financing, acquisition, and operation of renewable energy projects, including contract drafting and negotiation for power purchase agreements (PPAs), EPC contracts, O&M agreements, joint ventures, M&A, and project financings.
- Draft, review, and manage a variety of commercial agreements (NDAs, procurement, services, real estate, etc.) to protect the company’s interests.
- Provide counsel on all matters involving federal, state, and local regulatory requirements impacting renewable energy—including permitting, compliance, and environmental law.
- Oversee legal due diligence for project acquisitions, investments, and Company transactions.
- Support responses to audits, regulatory inquiries, and dispute resolution proceedings.
- Lead or participate in company-wide compliance programs, policy development, and risk assessments.
- Manage outside counsel for all aspects of specialized legal services (M&A, financing, project development, employment).
- Collaborate cross-functionally with business development, project finance, engineering, and government affairs teams to ensure alignment of business objectives with legal strategies.
