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Sr. Counsel, Real Estate
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Qcells North America Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. is looking for a Senior Counsel. You will join a collegial team of 13 legal professionals and report to the Assistant General Counsel. The Senior Counsel will provide support on commercial, community and industrial (CC&I) solar and storage project development and financing, project acquisitions and sales, solar asset management, operations and maintenance, solar project engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), M&A, financing, real estate, regulatory and dispute resolution/litigation. Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in real estate matters. This position reports to the Assistant General Counsel and the location will be at the Teaneck, NJ office as Onsite, but Remote may be considered for exceptional candidates. Responsibilities Negotiate various real estate-related agreements, including but not limited to option agreements, lease agreements and easements. Review and advise on title and survey documents to support the development of solar energy and battery storage projects in various states; Work with title companies and surveyors to ensure timely project deliverables. Lead the real estate portion of the due diligence process for various project acquisitions and sales transactions and in preparation for project financings. Provide legal advice on real estate topics (including changes in law and emerging trends) for renewable energy projects; On an as-needed basis, assist the Assistant General Counsel in negotiating, drafting and reviewing various power purchase, construction, C&I and utilities-scale project development, M&A, financing, and related documents for solar energy and battery storage projects, including contracts with customers, project owners, suppliers, subcontractors and professional service providers, operations and maintenance agreements and other transaction documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic business-oriented legal advice. Supervise and manage outside counsel in various matters on an as-needed basis. Create legal and commercial forms and processes and educate the business on important legal and commercial matters. Required Qualifications 5+ years experience Top law firm training preferred In-house experience, preferably with a broad range of responsibilities Strong background in real estate matters preferred Experience working for a renewable project development business preferred Experience with federal, state and/or permitting issues is a plus JD from a top law school preferred Membership in at least one state bar Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Mobility Standing 20% of time, Sitting 70% of time, Walking 10% of time Strength Pulling up to 10 Pounds, Pushing up to 10 Pounds, Carrying up to 10 Pounds, Lifting up to 10 Pounds Dexterity Typing Frequently, Handling Frequently, Reaching Frequently Agility Turning Frequently, Twisting Frequently, Bending Occasionally, Crouching Occasionally, Balancing Never, Climbing Never, Crawling Never, Kneeling Never Base pay range $180,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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Sr. Counsel, Real Estate
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Qcells North America Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. is looking for a Senior Counsel. You will join a collegial team of 13 legal professionals and report to the Assistant General Counsel. The Senior Counsel will provide support on commercial, community and industrial (CC&I) solar and storage project development and financing, project acquisitions and sales, solar asset management, operations and maintenance, solar project engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), M&A, financing, real estate, regulatory and dispute resolution/litigation. Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in real estate matters. This position reports to the Assistant General Counsel and the location will be at the Teaneck, NJ office as Onsite, but Remote may be considered for exceptional candidates. Responsibilities Negotiate various real estate-related agreements, including but not limited to option agreements, lease agreements and easements. Review and advise on title and survey documents to support the development of solar energy and battery storage projects in various states; Work with title companies and surveyors to ensure timely project deliverables. Lead the real estate portion of the due diligence process for various project acquisitions and sales transactions and in preparation for project financings. Provide legal advice on real estate topics (including changes in law and emerging trends) for renewable energy projects; On an as-needed basis, assist the Assistant General Counsel in negotiating, drafting and reviewing various power purchase, construction, C&I and utilities-scale project development, M&A, financing, and related documents for solar energy and battery storage projects, including contracts with customers, project owners, suppliers, subcontractors and professional service providers, operations and maintenance agreements and other transaction documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic business-oriented legal advice. Supervise and manage outside counsel in various matters on an as-needed basis. Create legal and commercial forms and processes and educate the business on important legal and commercial matters. Required Qualifications 5+ years experience Top law firm training preferred In-house experience, preferably with a broad range of responsibilities Strong background in real estate matters preferred Experience working for a renewable project development business preferred Experience with federal, state and/or permitting issues is a plus JD from a top law school preferred Membership in at least one state bar Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Mobility Standing 20% of time, Sitting 70% of time, Walking 10% of time Strength Pulling up to 10 Pounds, Pushing up to 10 Pounds, Carrying up to 10 Pounds, Lifting up to 10 Pounds Dexterity Typing Frequently, Handling Frequently, Reaching Frequently Agility Turning Frequently, Twisting Frequently, Bending Occasionally, Crouching Occasionally, Balancing Never, Climbing Never, Crawling Never, Kneeling Never Base pay range $180,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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