About DESRI
DESRI (formerly D. E. Shaw Renewable Investments) is a market-leading owner and operator of renewable energy projects throughout the United States. We have acquired or developed approximately 13 gigawatts of contracted capacity across a portfolio of over 85 renewable energy projects in 24 states.
What you'll do
In this role, you will support legal operations and partner closely with a dynamic commercial team. You will collaborate with finance, deal teams, project managers, lenders, utilities, and internal legal stakeholders across DESRI to manage a wide range of operational and transactional matters including KYCs, entity management, maintaining accurate corporate records, supporting entity formations, restructuring, as well as ensuring timely filings and documentation. A key aspect of this role is mentoring a team responsible for handling high-volume operational workflows, ensuring attention to details, consistency, and timely delivery while building scalable and efficient systems.
You will also drive process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for standardization, automation, and optimization across legal operations, helping enhance efficiency and reduce risk across the function.
Who we’re looking for
- Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in business administration/management, finance or any related field with a proven record of academic achievement and 4-6 years of experience in compliance and operational workflows, including entity management, KYCs, regulatory compliance for US operations, tax ids and related compliance.
- Candidates with consulting and compliance experience are preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured review guidelines and escalation protocol.
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel, with experience using legal technology tools, including AI-based platforms and document automation systems, or demonstrated willingness and aptitude to quickly learn such tools.
- Ability to work effectively with US-based legal teams in a cross-border environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance or related field
- 4-6 years of experience in compliance and operational workflows
- Experience in entity management and regulatory compliance for US operations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured review guidelines
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel and legal technology tools
What We Do
DESRI is a leading renewable energy company that develops, owns, and operates utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects throughout the United States. As long-term owners, we’re focused on creating value throughout all stages of a project’s life cycle, including development, construction, financing, and operations. Today, DESRI stands at the forefront of renewable energy, specializing in utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage projects across the U.S. DESRI is committed to adding value at every project stage, from development to operations. We’ve built a diversified portfolio across 22 states with over 11 GW of generation capacity, enough to power nearly 2 million homes. DESRI has offices in New York City, Denver, and Hyderabad and we have grown to nearly 300 employees globally.
