Associate General Counsel, Corporate

Associate General Counsel, Corporate Brief Description of SunStrong Management SunStrong Management is a leading independent asset management and servicing platform specializing in residential and commercial solar energy portfolios. SunStrong provides end-to-end services including operations and maintenance, customer billing and support, asset performance management, and investor reporting. The company partners with leading capital providers to optimize clean energy assets at scale, supporting the growth of distributed renewable energy while delivering reliable performance and exceptional customer experience. Position Overview We are seeking an Associate General Counsel to join a fast-growing solar asset management company. This role will represent the company in negotiating and drafting complex transactions, including asset management agreements, commercial contracts, and M&A transactions, while also building the corporate legal infrastructure to support a scaling business. This role will report to the General Counsel and work closely with senior leadership. The ideal candidate combines renewable energy transactional experience with a demonstrated ability to design and operationalize a commercial legal function from the ground up, including the development of scalable frameworks that support efficient execution and business growth. The candidate should also be comfortable leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, to improve processes, and drive efficiency to support a high-performing legal function. Key Responsibilities: Asset Management & Commercial Contracts Lead negotiation of commercial agreements, including Master Services Agreements, O&M Agreements, and other project related documentation, Non-Disclosure Agreements, SAAS contracts, licensing agreements, SREC Purchase and Sale Agreements, and vendor contracts. Contracting Infrastructure Build and standardize templates (AMA, MSAs, NDAs, etc.) Create fallback positions and playbooks Implement approval workflows Deal Process Design Define how deals move internally through terms sheet to close Build internal checklists (diligence, approvals, risk flags) Reduce outside counsel dependency over time Cross-Functional Integration Embed with business operational + finance teams Translate legal into operational processes Corporate Governance & Strategy Advise the General Counsel, the executive team, and the Board on corporate governance matters and fiduciary duties. Support the Company and its Affiliates in connection with internal corporate matters, including preparing resolutions and Board presentations and maintaining corporate records; manage entity and subsidiary governance. Support M&A, joint ventures, and investments including due diligence and integration. Advice on deal structuring and risk allocation. Experience Significant exposure to renewable energy/solar project finance, asset management, or infrastructure deals. Law Firm and In-House Legal experience. U.S. Federal and State Regulatory Compliance (FERC and NERC regulatory experience is helpful). Qualifications Juris Doctor from an accredited law school. Active bar membership. 7–12+ years of experience (law firm + in-house strongly preferred). Skills & Attributes Excellent drafting and negotiation skills. Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to integrate legal advice and practical business requirements. Project Management / Programmatic Building. Benefits Healthcare: HDHP and PPO Medical Plans, buy-up plans for Dental and Vision, ancillaries such as Accident, Critical illness, Hospital indemnity, Short-term and Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life, and legal services with multiple add-ons. 401(k) Package with an Employer Match of 100% up to the first 4% and 50% on the next 2% with immediate vesting. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr SunStrong Management, LLC