Associate, General Counsel

POSITION DESCRIPTION

THE COMPANY

Onward Energy is an independent power platform that owns and operates over 7,000 MW of utility-scale wind, solar and natural gas generation projects across the U.S. Our Vision is to reliably power a sustainable future. Our Mission is that as North America�s premier independent power generator, we will deliver renewable and reliable power to our customers, opportunities to our associates, sustainable returns to the families who invest in us, and a better world to the next generation. Based in Denver, New York and Charlotte, Onward Energy is a company where people and power are always on. We are where renewable meets reliable. See www.onwardenergy.com for more information.

THE CHALLENGE

Onward Energy is a rapidly growing company in the power generation sector. The company manages a variety of commercial and transactional legal matters, including commercial and operational contracts, business transactions (including mergers & acquisitions), litigation management, risk management, regulatory compliance, human resources, and general commercial legal counseling.

THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage internal legal inbox, which is the primary intake point for company legal matters.
• Provide legal counsel to internal stakeholders throughout the company, including asset management, operations, M&A, commercial, and business development teams. Secondary responsibilities include support of senior management, regulatory, human resources, and finance teams.
• Review, negotiate, and draft a broad spectrum of commercial and operational contracts, including, real property agreements, term sheets, nondisclosure/confidentiality agreements, services agreements, purchase agreements, consulting services agreements, and engagement letters
• Review vendor markups and negotiate with vendors
• Assist with developing company policies and procedures
• Assist with review of financing documents and associated consents
• Perform legal research
• Support various efforts regarding due diligence and review, negotiation, and drafting of transaction documents
• Manage outside counsel in matters of threatened and pending litigation, subject-matter-specific items, and others as assigned
• Assist with regulatory filings, including FERC filings as necessary
• Assist with regulatory compliance and agency actions as necessary
• Respond to issues by prioritizing, engaging relevant parties, and escalating matters or contacting a specialist, as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned

THE PROFILE TO SUCCEED

J.D. degree from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law are required for the position.

• 2-5 years practicing law in a law firm or in-house setting, with extensive experience with a variety of commercial legal issues
• Significant experience with real property matters, including leases and easements
• Significant experience drafting commercial contracts
• Must thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects, activities and deliverables simultaneously
• Creative, clear thinker with demonstrated oral and written communications skills
• Skilled at building effective partnerships across the organization at all levels
• Willingness to travel when necessary
• Project management experience as direct lead on project from start to finish
• Effective time management and organizational skill; keen multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with all levels of company personnel and external customers
• Self-starter with the ability to work well independently and as part of a cross-functional team
• Track record of successfully delivering quality content consistently and on time (in the face of demanding deadlines), while always demonstrating discretion and maintaining confidentiality
• Experience in government affairs and regulatory matters a plus, but not required
• Energy industry experience a plus, but not required

THE PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to accomplish physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to stand, walk, talk, hear, and close and distance vision capability
• Ability to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Ability to travel up to 10%

THE TEAM

Onward Energy team is collaborative, dedicated, hard-working, and down to earth. The management team is comprised of seasoned industry professionals supported by experienced project operators and advisors.

THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Onward Energy is currently implementing a hybrid office environment, with team members in the office at least two days per week. This position is based out of our Denver office. The position functions in a smoke and vaping free professional office environment. The role routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptop computer, phone, and scanner/photocopier.

THE TOTAL REWARDS

Onward Energy total rewards philosophy is motivated by a key tenet of valuing team members and offers associates a comprehensive total rewards package which includes market competitive compensation, health/life insurance, and retirement savings benefits.

If you require an accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability to recruiting@onwardenergy.com

EEO STATEMENT:

Onward Energy is an Affirmative Action Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.