Associate General Counsel

Lake Oswego, OR or Salt Lake City, UT Hybrid | Full Time | Exempt Company Overview Our client is a leading energy transition platform focused on developing, constructing, and owning large-scale infrastructure assets across the United States. The company is advancing a multi-gigawatt portfolio of renewable energy generation, energy storage, and related digital and industrial infrastructure. It is backed by a globally recognized private investment firm. The organization values sustainability, collaboration, and high performance. The team operates with an entrepreneurial mindset and a strong sense of shared purpose, combining technical excellence with a culture that emphasizes connection and long‑term impact. Position Overview Our client is seeking an Associate General Counsel to support the development, construction, and operation of large-scale power and digital infrastructure campuses. This individual will work closely with operations, asset management, and corporate finance teams to support the operating portfolio, oversee compliance, assist with financing activities, and help drive efficiency within the legal function. This role reports directly to the General Counsel and will oversee paralegal support. Key Responsibilities Serve as primary legal advisor to asset management and operations teams across the operating portfolio, including regulatory compliance matters (FERC, NERC, and related frameworks) Manage legal aspects of operational disputes, insurance claims, warranty claims, and contract amendments or waivers Oversee post‑closing obligations under project‑level agreements and financing documents, including project and corporate compliance Support capital markets and treasury teams on construction draws and tax equity fundings Lead legal aspects of portfolio-level and corporate financing transactions and coordinate with tax, accounting, and treasury on ongoing compliance and reporting Oversee entity management, including formation, governance documentation, and good standing requirements Enhance and manage legal department infrastructure, including matter management, contract management, and internal policies What We’re Looking For Experience supporting operating assets in the energy or infrastructure sector, with knowledge of key project contracts and regulatory requirements Experience with project finance and/or corporate finance transactions, particularly within power generation or infrastructure Experience building or managing legal operations functions, compliance programs, or internal legal infrastructure Comfort operating within a small legal team and collaborating cross‑functionally on a broad range of matters Minimum Qualifications 7–10 years of relevant experience in the energy sector; in‑house experience preferred JD from an accredited law school and active license to practice in a U.S. state Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex matters clearly and concisely Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Ability to work in a hybrid model with a minimum of three days per week in the office Willingness to travel up to 10% Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship #J-18808-Ljbffr