Sr. Legal Associate

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.
 

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

 

What you will do

Role Overview:

The Legal Senior Associate will assist EDPR NA Counsel in providing legal support regarding all aspects of renewable energy project development, construction and operation, including (i) the preparation of agreements related to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy facilities, which agreements may include non-disclosure agreements, services agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, and other related documentation; (ii) the preparation of ancillary documents related to the financing, acquisition, or disposition of renewable energy projects, all in accordance with EDPR NA objectives and policies. The Legal Senior Associate will also assist Counsel with day-to-day project-related legal issues, support and provide legal expertise to Company staff, analyze exposure to risk factors while complying with departmental guidelines, company policies, and all applicable laws in order to ensure that EDPR NA’s documents and activities meet all applicable requirements.

Main responsibilities:

• Assist with M&A transactions, joint ventures, asset rotation transactions, and tax equity transactions
• Conduct project M&A due diligence and provide legal support and analysis on project development related issues
• Assist Counsel in drafting, negotiating, and finalizing project development and operations contracts, including engineering service agreements, shared facilities agreements, EPC agreements, construction agreements, interconnection agreements and consulting services agreements, affiliate agreements
• Assist Counsel with day-to-day legal issues encountered at the corporate office and operational project sites
• Draft and support necessary corporate governance work, including preparation of resolutions and certificates
• Coordinate efforts with the legal and business teams regarding corporate and project requirements to ensure maximum value and appropriate risk management for EDPR NA and its shareholders
• Identify critical project risk issues and communicate those risks to the appropriate members of the legal team or your supervisor for resolution and management
• Perform legal research and analysis as needed
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned

Employment type

Full-Time/Hybrid

Work site

Houston, Texas

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate preferred
• 3+ years of in-house counsel or comparable law firm experience with emphasis on document preparation. Preferred experience in the independent power industry handling development, construction, and operation of a power facility or in project financing for power facilities

Travel:

None

Behavioral Requirements:

• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work successfully in a dynamic team environment
• Ability and willingness to timely meet fluid and changing priorities
• Ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality