Associate, Legal Operations

Overview

Manage contract lifecycle & support legal operations for renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• contract drafting
• contract management
• version control
• process improvement
• stakeholder training
• tool implementation

Tasks

-Adopt and apply contracting best practices to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risk, and drive – consistency – ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements -Manage the full contract management life cycle – from intake and drafting through negotiation, execution, and post-signature tracking. -Educate stakeholders on contracting standards, approval workflows, and policy requirements -Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders (Legal, Risk, IT, Business Units) to understand needs, communicate risks, and ensure smooth contract execution. -Maintain organized records and support contract version control, status tracking, and key date monitoring. -Support continuous improvement initiatives, including playbook development, process enhancements, and future implementation of contract management tools -Draft, redline, and review a variety of commercial agreements, including but not limited to: Master Services Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• summize
• docusign
• notary
• bachelor's
• 2 years

What You Bring

-Willingness to be flexible about your work schedule to support closings and to meet deadlines. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office, experienced with CLM (we use Summize) and Docusign -Previous experience in the renewable energy industry preferred, but not required; however, excitement about renewable energy and sustainability is a must-have. -High level of accuracy, attention to detail and excellent proofreading skills. -Excellent written and oral communication skills required to communicate effectively with direct team members, across multiple departments and with external counterparties. -High level of organizational skills and time management skills. -Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with team members at all levels of the company in a congenial, collaborative manner. -A resourceful problem solver with the ability to operate autonomously and efficiently and to figure out solutions proactively and independently. -Ability to pivot between responsibilities to meet tight deadlines and shifting demands and priorities. -Bachelor’s Degree, though not required. -Strong analytical skills with ability to read, comprehend and summarize legal documents and contracts. -Notary Public or willingness to be a Notary (within 3 months of hire) -Summize or SiteTracker experience a huge plus -Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in an in-house legal department or at a law firm.

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About Avantus

-Founded with a vision to bridge the gap between innovation and practical solutions. -Specializes in providing services across complex energy, infrastructure, and technology projects. -Has a rich history of delivering impactful solutions for both public and private sector clients. -Works on high-profile projects in sectors like energy, utilities, and industrial development. -Combines cutting-edge technology with extensive industry knowledge to solve today's challenges. -Known for handling complex projects that require a deep understanding of technical and operational details. -Dedicated to optimizing infrastructure with a focus on sustainability and performance.

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