Counsel, M&A Transactions
Qcells North America · Irvine, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteLegalFull-time
Responsibilities
- Provide support to Senior Counsel and Assistant General Counsel on the execution of M&A transactions, including project and portfolio acquisitions and dispositions.
- Aid in the drafting, negotiation, and closing of Membership Interest Purchase Agreements (MIPAs) and related ancillary documentation.
- Assist with legal due diligence on a given transaction, focusing on areas such as real estate, environmental, permitting, interconnection, and incentives.
- Identify and assess legal and commercial risks associated with acquisitions and development activities.
- Partner closely with project development and finance teams to support deal execution and financing strategies.
- Negotiate key development agreements, including revenue contracts, EPC agreements, and site control agreements.
- Manage and coordinate external counsel on various transactions, ensuring efficient and cost-effective execution.
- Contribute to the development of internal processes, templates, and best practices to streamline transaction execution.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years experience
- Top law firm training preferred
- Strong background in renewable energy (solar/storage) M&A and/or project development work
- JD from a top law school preferred
- Membership in at least one state bar
- Preferred: In-house experience at a renewable energy project development and/or energy finance company
- Adaptability: Experience using AI-based legal tech for high-volume diligence and document automation to increase deal velocity
- Community Solar Markets: Experience on transactions involving community solar project portfolios, especially in New York and Illinois
Preferred Skills
- In-House Experience
- Adaptability: Experience using AI-based legal tech for high-volume diligence and document automation to increase deal velocity
- Community Solar Markets: Experience on transactions involving community solar project portfolios, especially in New York and Illinois
Benefits
Commensurate with experience.
Pay
TBD
Schedule
TBD