In-House Paralegal/Contract and Compliance Manager

Zanskar • Salt Lake City, UT

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Geothermal energy represents the world’s most abundant renewable energy resource, with 2,300 times more energy in the earth’s geothermal heat than in all known fossil fuels combined. However, despite its vast potential, the industry has historically been limited by high costs and difficulty in identifying viable resources. Our innovative approach is setting new industry standards for geothermal exploration and discovery rates, with the potential to become a key contributor to the global clean energy transformation. To accelerate our growth and success, we are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Contract & Compliance Lead to ensure operational efficiency, mitigate legal risks, and optimize legal processes across a growing portfolio of geothermal projects. This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact in an emerging industry, working closely with senior leadership and external partners to build and manage a robust and compliant contract framework. If you’re a seasoned paralegal or legal professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, we want you to help us lead the way.

Requirements

• In-depth understanding of corporate compliance and regulations, balancing legal risk and business goals for multiple departments including land deals
• Proactive in identifying and addressing legal risks and compliance gaps.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with high efficiency.
• Strong ability to translate legal concepts into actionable insights for teams and external partners.
• Ability to work with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to influence outcomes and drive consensus.
• Expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts
• Strong knowledge of energy-sector law a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve contracts to address key issues early, reducing legal fees, accelerating deal execution, and streamlining the review and approval process without compromising quality.
• Identify and resolve legal risks and compliance gaps, ensuring contracts and operations comply with policies, regulations, and legal requirements to protect the company from liability and minimize disputes or penalties.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external counsel to align on legal needs, facilitating smoother negotiations and ensuring clear, comprehensive agreements that meet company objectives.
• Prepare legal documentation for fundraising and investor due diligence, ensuring transparency and compliance.
• Develop efficient document management practices to maintain organized contracts, filings, and compliance records.
• Manage filings for Zanskar entities, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• Partner with HR and in-house counsel on offer letters, employment agreements, contract amendments, adjusted work arrangements and other employee-related legal matters. Help ensure documentation and practices are consistent, compliant, and appropriately reviewed.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with bonus structure and equity stock options
• 18 Days PTO + accrual increase based on tenure
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Growth opportunities at a company with a direct impact on displacing carbon emissions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed