Associate, Contracts

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

2d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate, Contracts, you are a skilled professional who plays an active and meaningful role in the Invenergy Contracts team's Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), Build Transfer (BT), and Development Transfer (DT) negotiation efforts for renewable energy projects with third parties. In this role, you will take ownership of workstreams of moderate to advanced complexity and contribute independently to commercial transactions across the organization. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, communicate clearly across multiple functions, and demonstrate confidence navigating conflict, along with a solid understanding of what it takes to develop and construct utility-scale renewable energy projects. This role offers a compelling opportunity for an experienced professional looking to deepen their expertise and make a tangible impact at one of the most dynamic and entrepreneurial companies in the industry. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
4+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 2+ years of directly relevant experience.
Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of wind, solar, thermal, and energy storage power systems.
Experience reviewing or negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Prior work in a related field.
Ability to work effectively in a high-performing, team-oriented environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to engage and contribute in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and adapt fluidly to shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

Actively contribute to and take ownership of workstreams related to the preparation and negotiation of PPA, BT, and DT agreements.
Coordinate with Development, Finance, Engineering, Legal, and other functional groups to prepare exhibits and other documentation related to commercial transactions.
Create and maintain data rooms used to exchange transaction documents with third parties.
Manage and organize due diligence materials requested by transaction counterparties, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
Lead or significantly contribute to Invenergy's RFP responses related to PPA, BT, and DT transactions.