Corporate Attorney

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Charlotte, NC, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Energy • Utilities • Solar • Renewable Energy
The Role
Provides corporate and commercial legal counsel across business operations, renewable energy, real estate, and strategic initiatives. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising business leaders, supporting governance and corporate transactions, managing legal risks, coordinating litigation matters, and maintaining compliance programs. The role requires a licensed attorney with a Juris Doctor, 3–5+ years of general corporate law experience, strong contract and governance knowledge, and practical business judgment.
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Corporate Attorney

 

Position Summary

We are seeking a Corporate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience in general corporate law to provide legal counsel and business support across a diverse portfolio of business operations, renewable energy, real estate, and strategic initiatives. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, helping manage legal risk while supporting the company's continued growth.

The ideal candidate is a business-minded attorney with strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising internal stakeholders on legal matters, and supporting a wide range of corporate and operational initiatives. Experience in renewable energy, real estate, or construction is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Corporate & Commercial Matters

  • Draft, review, negotiate, and administer a broad range of commercial agreements, including:
    • Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
    • Vendor and supplier agreements
    • Professional services agreements
    • Purchase and procurement agreements
    • Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements (NDAs)
    • Consulting and licensing agreements
  • Provide practical legal guidance to business leaders on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and commercial matters.
  • Partner with internal departments to support day-to-day business operations and strategic initiatives.

Corporate Governance & Business Support

  • Assist with corporate governance matters, entity management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Support mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions as needed.
  • Review and develop company policies, procedures, and governance documents.
  • Assist with board resolutions, corporate records, and organizational documentation.

Risk Management & Compliance

  • Identify legal and business risks and recommend practical, business-focused solutions.
  • Assist in managing litigation, claims, and disputes in coordination with outside counsel.
  • Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting company operations.
  • Help maintain internal compliance programs and corporate policies.

Qualifications

Required

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Active license and good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
  • 3–5+ years of experience practicing general corporate law in a law firm or in-house legal department.
  • Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements.
  • Strong knowledge of corporate governance, contract law, and general business transactions.
  • Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong business judgment with a practical, solutions-oriented approach.

Preferred

  • In-house corporate legal experience.
  • Experience supporting businesses in renewable energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, or other commercial industries.
  • Familiarity with real estate transactions and leasing.
  • Experience with corporate compliance, risk management, and business operations.

Skills Required

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Active license and good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
  • 3–5+ years of experience practicing general corporate law in a law firm or in-house legal department
  • Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements
  • Strong knowledge of corporate governance, contract law, and general business transactions
  • Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong business judgment with a practical, solutions-oriented approach
  • In-house corporate legal experience
  • Experience supporting renewable energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, or other commercial businesses
  • Familiarity with real estate transactions and leasing
  • Experience with corporate compliance, risk management, and business operations
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The Company
HQ: Stamford, CT
143 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

SunEnergy1 is a vertically integrated solar developer and EPC company that controls all stages of solar projects in-house, from land acquisition and permitting to design and commissioning. Based in North Carolina, the company has a strong track record of delivering large-scale projects, having built over 50 utility-scale installations and developed over 5,000 MW in PJM, establishing themselves as leaders in solar commercial development.

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