Senior Counsel

SB Energy is a leading company backed by SoftBank and Ares that develops, builds, owns and operates technologically advanced energy and data center infrastructure projects across the United States. Basic Function Provide legal counsel to SB Energy’s cross‑functional teams and support the growth of the platform, collaborating with the legal team, the executive team, and other functional teams. This position reports to the Associate General Counsel. Responsibilities Provide counsel to the Company as the business positions itself to capture emerging opportunities in the following segments of the energy and infrastructure industries: Datacenter and real estate development, Utility‑Scale Solar, battery storage and other energy resources, development and acquisition of new technologies, etc. Support project and corporate financing – construction debt, corporate debt, tax equity facilities and other structures, potential equipment financing facilities, etc. Support, negotiate and review acquisition structures and documentation as we grow our pipeline and enter new markets with new technologies. Assist with the review, negotiation and drafting of real estate agreements and title issues. Research, review, interpret, draft and negotiate project documents such as datacenter lease agreements, power purchase agreements, energy and/or REC hedge transactions, property management agreements, EPC and O&M agreements. Manage and supervise outside counsel within budgetary constraints; review and approve outside counsel invoices. Provide counsel on legal issues identified by development and operations teams in connection with development and operating projects. Qualifications / Requirements JD and strong academic record from a leading law school. Licensed to practice law in the applicable state of residence. 5+ years of relevant experience at a major law firm or with a sophisticated in‑house legal department. Significant experience with respect to transactions in the renewables industry, with a focus on M&A, real estate and/or project development and finance. Ability to work independently and as a team member; ability to set priorities and respond to changing demands from multiple sources. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); project management skills; ability to negotiate; ability to provide a high level of client service and build consensus across a matrixed client organization. Ability to interface with all levels of the organization. Ability to take lead on any responsibilities within the job description, with support from outside counsel and/or other members of the internal legal team. Location Hybrid out of San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, CA, Denver, CO, preferred. Compensation Base pay: $160,000 – $200,000, plus discretionary annual bonus and a comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Our Health & Wellness Benefits 100% Company‑Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents) 401(k) with Company Match Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Life, AD&D & Long‑Term Disability Coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions) Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions) Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans Device Purchase Support SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. To learn more about us, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr SB Energy