Senior Counsel

Powerflex Systems

Job Description

Scope of Job

PowerFlex, an EDF Renewables company, is a leading national provider of intelligent onsite energy solutions that support carbon-free electrification and transportation. The Company delivers integrated solar, storage, EV charging, and microgrid systems, to businesses and organizations. As a single full-service provider, PowerFlex customizes clean technology solutions to help clients achieve their energy and sustainability goals. Through the comprehensive PowerFlex X platform, PowerFlex leverages patented smart software to control, monitor, and optimize a client's distributed energy resources to reduce cost and maximize return on investment.

PowerFlex, a subsidiary of EDF Renewables, is seeking a Senior Counsel to support our fast growth in the on-site renewable energy business - focused on distributed generation Solar PV Energy, Battery Storage, Electric Vehicle Charging and related hardware and software technologies. In this position, you will work in close partnership with leadership stakeholders and internal business teams, to review and draft contracts, lead contract negotiations, and manage the full cycle of the business's internal legal needs.

Location
This role is open to be 100% remote or a hybrid role out of one of our offices (New York, NY, Mountain View, CA, or San Diego, CA).

Responsibilities

  • 45% -Review and draft various contracts related to PowerFlex's business throughout the United States. Key contracts for the business include turnkey installation agreements for solar, storage, or EV chargers, power purchase or energy services agreements, and operation services agreements. Other contract types include software license agreements, vendor agreements, subcontracts, hardware sale or purchase agreements, site leases for installation (typically rooftop or parking lots), and project sale agreements.

  • 20% -Leadnegotiationswithcounterpartiesand manage work streams for inter-company coordination.

  • 20%- Provide legal support and serve as the main point of contact for internal business and management teams for a variety of communications around contracting and legal matters; interpret and apply legal requirements to the business - in particular, laws and regulations relating to PowerFlex's activities; advise on contract strategies and provide risk and business arguments for specific deals and commercial issues.

  • 10%- Develop and refine legal systems, contract templates, processes and playbooks, to continuously improve the health of the company's legal and compliance functions; manage workflow and provide reporting on all relevant activities; keep abreast of the company's vision, mission, and services, and competitive landscape, andbe able to articulate the company's service offerings effectively.

  • 5% - Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications
Education/Experience

  • Juris Doctor degree and member of a State Bar Association (preferably California)
  • 3-10 years of legal experience in relevant fields; preferably in the fields of; renewable energy, distributed generation, technology, construction, project finance, or energy

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

  • Excellent listening and communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to work with cross-functional business teams, and lead the drafting, negotiation and implementation of contracts

  • Passionateabout businessresults,withastrongsenseof accountability,metricsandownership

  • Attentionto detail,particularlywhileoverseeingthefull contract cycle

  • Ability to multi-task and work in a deadline-driven, team-oriented environment

  • Self-starter who can complete tasks and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision

  • Advancedskills in Word,PowerPoint,and otherOfficeproducts

  • Proactive approach to organization

Compensation
The pay range for this position is $177,750 - $217,250 annually. This position is eligible for PowerFlex's comprehensive Health and Welfare plans including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off. The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable). PowerFlex's compensation packages carefully consider a candidate's qualifications, experiences, and education in relation to the position.

Physical Requirements
Remaining in a seated position. Long hours on the computer keyboard. Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking.

Working Conditions
Primarily office working environment, utilizing computers, phones, and general office equipment is central to the role, but rare field visits may be needed which requires standing, walking, and being able to document existing conditions.

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DEI Statement
Our company-wide approach to diversity, equity and inclusion is focused on our workplace, community, and business outcomes. We believe DEI is a key component to our mission of delivering renewable solutions and leading the transition to a sustainable energy future. As such, we strive to become a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace by increasing access and development opportunities for underrepresented talent. Our aspiration is to build a culture of belonging and accountability by creating opportunities for growth and continuous listening to ensure actionable progress.

EEO Statement
PowerFlex is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

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