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Legal Counsel – renewables

Opportunity to join a leading international solar PV Manufacturing company as Inhouse Legal Counsel.

Location: Remote working , or based in Houston, Texas

Title: In-House Counsel

Reporting To: Legal Director and possible General Counsel on select matters

Role Purpose

The In-House Counsel will provide day to day legal support across commercial contracting, supply chain, and trade and regulatory compliance, related to solar module manufacturing and sales.

Responsibilities

  • Reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements including MSAs, supply agreements, purchase orders, NDAs, and logistics contracts.
  • Supporting trade, tariff, and customs matters including AD CVD and related import compliance issues.
  • Advising on solar module manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution issues.
  • Supporting domestic content, FEOC, and tax credit related certifications and compliance efforts.
  • Handling routine legal matters currently outsourced to outside counsel.
  • Coordinating with outside counsel on specialized matters as needed.
  • Advising on Intellectual Property matters.

Requirements:

  • Juris Doctor and active U.S. bar admission
  • Prior legal experience within the Renewables sector, specifically focusing on Solar, Inverter, or BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) manufacturing, is highly advantageous.
  • Prior in-house experience preferred
  • Solar manufacturing or energy supply chain experience is required
  • Intellectual Property experience is plus but not required.
  • Practical, efficient, and business oriented