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.