Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in East Rutherford, NJ

In-House

East Rutherford, NJ

Corporate - Contract Law Attorney in East Rutherford, NJ

Attorney

Min 7 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Commercial Counsel

Company:
Company

Job Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts related to EV charging, renewable energy development, and the company's solutions-based business lines. This includes engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, as well as construction, technology, and procurement agreements.
- Stay updated on regulatory developments and changes in the energy, solar, and mobility sectors to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Advise on legal risks associated with business initiatives and propose risk mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure legal considerations are integrated into business decisions.
- Manage relationships with external counsel when necessary to ensure effective and efficient legal support.
- Participate in the development and delivery of legal training programs to internal stakeholders.
- Develop scalable processes for the legal review of new products and services.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Information:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and a valid license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience practicing corporate or commercial law, with a strong emphasis on energy, solar, and mobility sectors.
- Knowledge of energy regulations, solar incentives, and mobility industry regulations.
- Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements specific to the mobility, energy, and solar industries and the company's solutions-based business lines.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide creative legal solutions to complex issues.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with internal teams, external partners, and regulatory bodies.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Must be flexible in order to respond quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities.
- Able to work under tight deadlines, handle multiple, detailed tasks simultaneously, prioritize appropriately, and delegate to resources available.
- Must have strong PC skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Salary Information:
Hiring Salary Range of: $187,000 - $234,000. The salary and whole compensation package, including bonus target and long-term incentives (LTI), will be determined by the candidate’s location, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Employment Type:
Full time

Location:
Newport Beach Office

Additional Locations:
Atlanta, Georgia, Cerritos, California, Chicago, Illinois, Dallas, Texas, Denver, Colorado, East Rutherford, New Jersey, Phoenix, Arizona, San Francisco, California, Seattle, Washington

Company Culture and Benefits:
The company places a strong emphasis on its people, valuing decisiveness, courage, and adaptability. While operating as one company, locations and departments maintain autonomy and accountability. The company encourages initiative and recognizes the contributions of each employee, fostering an environment where careers can advance.

The company offers a robust benefits package for all full-time roles in the US, which includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Additional wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits are also provided. The company’s 401(k) retirement plan includes a match of 50% up to 12% of eligible compensation. Employees receive generous paid time off (PTO) starting at 22 days per year, in addition to paid holidays and volunteer time.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. The company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.