Legal Counsel, Renewable Energy

Job Description





Apex is seeking a Legal Counsel, Renewable Energy who will work closely with our team of attorneys to provide full legal services to internal clients in connection with the acquisition, development, financing, and construction of utility-scale renewable energy projects. With direction from the General Counsel, the Associate Counsel will also manage a wide variety of project and corporate matters to support the Company’s efforts to develop, construct, own and operate projects.





The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree, at least two years of law firm and/or in-house experience, and experience with the development of large infrastructure projects. Our ideal candidate has experience with renewable energy permitting, development, and supporting such projects through finance transactions an outstanding analytical ability, excellent writing skills, and is both detail-oriented and able to demonstrate leadership and initiative. A demonstrated interest in renewable energy projects is the greatest indicator of success for this position.





The position will work day-to-day with members of the Legal and Development teams. The successful candidate will be resourceful and driven to support numerous internal clients, with a focus on bringing clean energy projects through development and construction and into operations.  You will also possess the sense of ownership and a real passion for innovation needed to drive meaningful improvements in how the company avoids or resolves obstacles to project development. If you welcome new challenges as learning opportunities and have the skills and discipline to follow through on both small tasks and large projects, we encourage you to apply to join our growing team.





Primary Responsibilities





Provide legal support and strategic advice with regard to development of our projects for financing, construction, and operation





Help lead and execute on local, state, and federal permitting for energy projects





Help lead and execute agreements with local, state, and federal agencies on topics including state and local tax issues, road improvements, and environmental mitigation,





Anticipate issues and estimate risks strategically





Efficiently and effectively manage permit appeals and other development-related legal proceedings 





Develop and coordinate relationships with external lawyers and maintain a good balance between usage, efficiency, and cost





 





Hours: Full Time





Department: Legal





Travel: 10%