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Assistant General Counsel
role at
RWE
Clean Energy, LLC. To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent. Functional area:
Legal / Compliance . Remuneration:
Exempt . Role Responsibilities
Provide real estate and permitting legal support for the North American renewable energy business team (BESS, wind & solar) in connection with the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects in the United States. Provide legal advice associated with land use, permitting, and real estate topics, including (a) reviewing, drafting, and negotiating lease agreements, purchase agreements, co-tenancy agreements, shared facilities agreements, and crossing agreements; (b) review of title documents, resolution of title issues, negotiation of title insurance policies; (c) review of ALTA project surveys; (d) coordinating with business teams, other functional teams, and local, state and federal agencies on permitting, land use, and zoning. Advise legal leadership and other stakeholders during operations, identifying site control obligations and timing elements related to project operations, including advice on third-party requests, ownership changes, and releases of land. Provide real estate and permitting support on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions from inception through closing, including review of transaction documents, purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and other ancillary contracts; develop and maintain templates and processes to streamline transaction execution and improve efficiency. Conduct legal due diligence, identify risks and liabilities, and provide practical recommendations to mitigate those risks, including legal advice related to land use, permitting, and real estate topics in connection with the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects. Mentor junior attorneys and other legal staff in the real estate and permitting department. Support tax equity financing efforts by preparing diligence materials, managing datarooms, and contributing to transaction documents and disclosure schedules in coordination with the structured finance team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, tax, HR, compliance, operations, and business leadership) to ensure projects are aligned with strategic objectives. Manage and oversee outside counsel for overflow work, ensuring cost-effective and timely legal support. Collaborate with and delegate to paralegals, real estate specialists, and administrative staff to ensure efficient workflow and task distribution. Maintain an understanding of how real estate and permitting risks fit into the overall project lifecycle, including interconnection, energy marketing, environmental, regulatory, and procurement considerations. Job Requirements and Experiences
J.D. (Juris Doctor) degree from a U.S. university. Admission to a state bar in the United States. Minimum 10 years’ experience as a real estate lawyer in the renewable space, with specific knowledge in BESS, solar and wind permitting and real estate matters; experience in energy transmission, interconnection agreements, and negotiation of tax abatement agreements and special use permits is preferred. Industry experience in energy-related businesses in the U.S., focusing on development, construction, and operation of renewable energy and/or independent power projects. Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, external counsel, title companies, surveyors, utilities, and counterparties. Highly organized, able to coordinate multiple projects and manage competing priorities to meet milestones. Adaptable and effective in rapidly changing environments; demonstrated desire to learn about the Company. Goal-oriented, resourceful, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify practical solutions to complex real estate and permitting challenges. Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds. This position is an office-based role with some travel to other RWE Clean Energy offices and field locations, including New York, California, Chicago, and Austin. Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time. Pay and Benefits
Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $190,000 - $235,000. This range is a good faith estimate for new hire salaries across all U.S. locations and depends on factors such as responsibilities, education, experience, and market conditions. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees may participate in short-term incentives in addition to salary. Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 90892. For questions, contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. We look forward to meeting you. This description reflects the current role, and is not an offer of employment. This is an equal opportunity employer.
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Join to apply for the
Assistant General Counsel
role at
RWE
Clean Energy, LLC. To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent. Functional area:
Legal / Compliance . Remuneration:
Exempt . Role Responsibilities
Provide real estate and permitting legal support for the North American renewable energy business team (BESS, wind & solar) in connection with the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects in the United States. Provide legal advice associated with land use, permitting, and real estate topics, including (a) reviewing, drafting, and negotiating lease agreements, purchase agreements, co-tenancy agreements, shared facilities agreements, and crossing agreements; (b) review of title documents, resolution of title issues, negotiation of title insurance policies; (c) review of ALTA project surveys; (d) coordinating with business teams, other functional teams, and local, state and federal agencies on permitting, land use, and zoning. Advise legal leadership and other stakeholders during operations, identifying site control obligations and timing elements related to project operations, including advice on third-party requests, ownership changes, and releases of land. Provide real estate and permitting support on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions from inception through closing, including review of transaction documents, purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and other ancillary contracts; develop and maintain templates and processes to streamline transaction execution and improve efficiency. Conduct legal due diligence, identify risks and liabilities, and provide practical recommendations to mitigate those risks, including legal advice related to land use, permitting, and real estate topics in connection with the development, construction, and operation of renewable energy projects. Mentor junior attorneys and other legal staff in the real estate and permitting department. Support tax equity financing efforts by preparing diligence materials, managing datarooms, and contributing to transaction documents and disclosure schedules in coordination with the structured finance team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, tax, HR, compliance, operations, and business leadership) to ensure projects are aligned with strategic objectives. Manage and oversee outside counsel for overflow work, ensuring cost-effective and timely legal support. Collaborate with and delegate to paralegals, real estate specialists, and administrative staff to ensure efficient workflow and task distribution. Maintain an understanding of how real estate and permitting risks fit into the overall project lifecycle, including interconnection, energy marketing, environmental, regulatory, and procurement considerations. Job Requirements and Experiences
J.D. (Juris Doctor) degree from a U.S. university. Admission to a state bar in the United States. Minimum 10 years’ experience as a real estate lawyer in the renewable space, with specific knowledge in BESS, solar and wind permitting and real estate matters; experience in energy transmission, interconnection agreements, and negotiation of tax abatement agreements and special use permits is preferred. Industry experience in energy-related businesses in the U.S., focusing on development, construction, and operation of renewable energy and/or independent power projects. Strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, external counsel, title companies, surveyors, utilities, and counterparties. Highly organized, able to coordinate multiple projects and manage competing priorities to meet milestones. Adaptable and effective in rapidly changing environments; demonstrated desire to learn about the Company. Goal-oriented, resourceful, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify practical solutions to complex real estate and permitting challenges. Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds. This position is an office-based role with some travel to other RWE Clean Energy offices and field locations, including New York, California, Chicago, and Austin. Must be able to sit, walk, or stand for long durations of time. Pay and Benefits
Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $190,000 - $235,000. This range is a good faith estimate for new hire salaries across all U.S. locations and depends on factors such as responsibilities, education, experience, and market conditions. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees may participate in short-term incentives in addition to salary. Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 90892. For questions, contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. We look forward to meeting you. This description reflects the current role, and is not an offer of employment. This is an equal opportunity employer.
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