Corporate Staff Attorney

Roeslein & Associates • St. Louis, MO

27d

About The Position

Roeslein & Associates is a global leader in engineering, manufacturing, and construction services, specializing in modular, prefabricated solutions for the energy, beverage, and industrial markets. We focus on safety, innovation, and sustainability, delivering turnkey project execution from concept through commissioning. Our teams operate across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Visit our website to learn more about our work. POSITION SUMMARY The Corporate Staff Attorney will provide legal support across Roeslein’s renewable energy and industrial operations. This role supports a growing legal function as we expand renewable energy projects and our trading portfolio. Approximately 50% of the attorney’s time will support the Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) trading and marketing business, with the remainder focused on industrial manufacturing, engineering, and project development activities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (ability to qualify for Missouri in-house registration if needed).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a law firm or in-house legal department, preferably within energy, commodities, utilities, or industrial project development.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracting and transaction structuring.
• Strong writing, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to balance legal risk and business needs.
• Ability to operate independently, support multiple business functions, and manage several priorities at once.
• Strong business judgment and practical, solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to work effectively with technical and commercial teams.
• Detail-oriented while maintaining focus on broader strategic goals.
• Collaborative and adaptable within an entrepreneurial environment.
• Interest in renewable energy, sustainability, and industrial innovation.
• Must demonstrate Roeslein’s core values, support safe operations, and maintain positive working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with renewable fuels, environmental markets, or commodity trading documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage trading, hedging, and marketing agreements, including ISDA, NAESB, offtake, and environmental attribute contracts (RIN, LCFS, REC).
• Provide guidance on compliance with RFS2, LCFS, and voluntary carbon markets, including documentation and reporting obligations.
• Support structuring and documentation for physical and financial RNG transactions, counterparty onboarding, and risk management policies.
• Advise on credit, delivery, settlement, and contractual dispute matters.
• Work with trading, risk, finance, and accounting teams to ensure transactions align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Draft and negotiate commercial and industrial agreements, including EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and equipment supply and procurement contracts.
• Support M&A and joint venture transactions, including due diligence, entity structuring, and deal execution.
• Assist with corporate governance, including subsidiary management, board materials, and compliance policies.
• Advise business leaders on operational matters, including employment, real estate, and regulatory risk.
• Coordinate with outside legal counsel and help guide project managers and commercial leaders.
• Support a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Travel domestically 5-10% of the time.
• Follow all safety guidelines and company health and safety standards.
• Communicate professionally with coworkers, clients, and leadership.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and work instructions.

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for competitive wages, bonus program, paid time off, personal and recovery days, travel bonuses, and paid holidays.
• Our retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company match and an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program).
• We also offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, short and long-term disability insurance, life and travel insurance, and paid parental leave.
• Additionally, we support your growth with tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees