The Associate General Counsel provides legal support in corporate matters, project financing, compliance, and strategic legal advice for a renewable energy company.
About Us
Solar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S. Only 4% of commercial rooftops host solar today — we’re changing that, fast. Commercial rooftop solar is the fastest, smartest way to build new clean power — delivering megawatts of generation in months, not years, and powering America’s energy and future right where it’s needed most. By turning rooftops into local power plants, we’re reshaping how — and how fast — energy gets built in the U.S.
Recognized as the #1 Distributed Generation Developer by New Project Media, the #1 National Commercial Rooftop Solar Developer by Solar Power World, and winner of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Grand Prize for Clean Energy, Solar Landscape is defining the future of energy generation in America.
Headquartered in Asbury Park, New Jersey, Solar Landscape has offices in Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City and operates in over a dozen states nationwide.
We move fast, solve hard problems, and take our work seriously — but never ourselves. We value clear thinking, accountability, and execution. At the same time, we’re collaborative by default, and believe the best work happens when people enjoy working together. Our team is made up of smart, grounded people who show up for each other — whether that’s troubleshooting a system design or catching up over lunch.
If you’re looking to do meaningful work in a high-performance environment — and be part of the team reshaping how energy gets built in the U.S. — we’d love to meet you.
About The Role
Solar Landscape is seeking a highly skilled and agile Associate General Counsel – General Corporate/Finance attorney to join our legal team. This role is ideal for a proactive legal professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working across multiple facets of corporate law, project finance, and project development. The Associate General Counsel – General Corporate attorney will play a key role in handling general corporate legal matters, including entity formation and ongoing corporate compliance, project financing, and subscriber acquisition and management.
The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in corporate law, specifically within the renewable energy sector, and will be responsible for drafting and negotiating key agreements and filings necessary for Solar Landscape’s business operations.
Responsibilities
- General Corporate & Transactional Legal Support:
- Provide legal support for project financing and renewable energy certificates (RECs) transactions.
- Handle entity formation and registration, and ensure compliance with various state and federal filings, including FERC.
- Manage subscriber acquisition and related legal documentation.
- Draft, review, and negotiate NDAs.
- Project Finance & Project Development:
- Conduct due diligence on real estate matters to facilitate successful solar project development.
- Identify and resolve title and survey issues impacting solar project sites.
- Collaborate with non-legal business teams during a solar project’s life cycle, from development through construction, finance, and energization.
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to real estate and renewable energy development.
- Stay informed of evolving legal trends and regulatory changes impacting solar projects.
- Assist in researching and advising on novel issues in new markets, including policy and business development considerations.
- Strategic Legal Advisory:
- Partner with the Business Development team to structure and close deals efficiently.
- Act as a trusted legal advisor to leadership, offering strategic insights on corporate governance, project-specific considerations, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Provide expert legal analysis and solutions to support company-wide operations.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.
- 1+ years of relevant legal experience in corporate law, including project finance and/or M&A, (experience within the renewable energy sector is ideal, but not required).
- Strong experience in contract negotiation and corporate regulatory compliance.
- Ability to balance business expectations with legal and regulatory compliance objectives efficiently.
- Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- This position is fully remote but offers the option to work from the headquarters in Asbury Park, NJ.
Benefits and Perks
We offer competitive compensation and benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work:
· Training / Professional development opportunities
· 401(k) with 4% company match
· Summer Fridays
· Flexible remote/hybrid work options
· Paid parental leave
· Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
· Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
· Medical, dental, and vision coverage
· Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
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