Legal Counsel - Construction & Power

NTT Global Data Centers

15d • $183,000 - $250,000 • Remote

About The Position

Make an impact at NTT Global Data Centers Join NTT Global Data Centers and be part of a team that drives innovation and sustainability in the digital world. With over 150 data centers across more than 20 countries globally, we offer unparalleled opportunities to work on cutting-edge technology and transformative projects. Experience a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive workplace where your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported. Your role at a glance - There will be a high degree of autonomy within the role but ultimately working as part of the wider legal team and under the supervision and guidance of - and reporting to - the Senior Director, Legal, Global Construction & Power. - The Senior Legal Counsel is an experienced professional with excellent experience, knowledge and understanding of power, construction and related regulatory law (i.e. permitting, zoning + design), with a particular focus on the US market. - Whilst the role will focus on providing legal advice and guidance for NTT GDC in the US, there will be plentiful opportunities to participate in projects on a global basis. - The business is in a period of pursuing +1GW megadeals (mainly in the US) and there will be a focus as part of this role to act as lead power/construction attorney for such persuits. - The Senior Legal Counsel advises on global power and construction issues such as contracting methods and risks, evaluating potential means for improving global contracts and model forms, critical negotiations and terms of major transactions including regulatory and permitting issues, all power/construction procurement, PPAs and training for employees. - Familiarity in acting on prior GW megadeals (preferably in the US) or substantial megaprojects in a demonstrably comparable EPC industry, is mandatory.

Requirements

• Good interpersonal skills, teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Self-starter, well organized, effectively manages stress in a fast-paced environment and produces consistent, positive results, calmly under deadline pressure.
• Strong fluent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Superb attention to detail; good organizational, communication and multitasking skills.
• Proactive approach to work and willingness to learn and develop.
• Strong research abilities.
• Ability to work well both independently (on a remote basis) and as part of a highly collaborative team.
• Applies experience and professional knowledge to develop and resolve complex issues in creative ways, to deliver distilled and robust legal and commercial advice.
• Strong and calm tactical decision-maker, handles unforeseen issues.
• Strong experience in contract drafting, commercial terms, and negotiations.
• Developed business acumen, and the ability to combine legal and business analysis and judgment in a practical manner.
• Recognizes cultural norms and practices in differing target regions.
• Juris doctorate, bachelor’s degree in law from a US law school, international diploma or relevant legal equivalent certification.
• Good command of standard IT platforms.
• Current member of the legal bar in good standing with relevant local governing organization.
• Minimum five+ (5+) years relevant industry, private practice and/or inhouse experience or relevant work.
• Job-related experience must be relevant for position.

Nice To Haves

• Data center industry experience a plus, but strong power/construction experience is compulsory.
• Familiarity in acting on prior GW megadeals (preferably in the US) or substantial megaprojects in a demonstrably comparable EPC industry, is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal support to business and/or operations on all forms of power and construction agreements, including (but not limited to) connection agreements, PPAs, heat & waste management, general contractor agreements, substation design & construction, equipment supply orders, OFCI procurement, LOIs & NDAs.
• Reviews, negotiates and makes amendments to legal terms and conditions in power and construction agreements, including leading tender review processes for key business projects in the US and globally.
• Act as lead project attorney for +1GW opportunities.
• Prepares legal reports on the status of legal matters.
• Liaising/collaborating closely with cross-functional teams (including Procurement, Regulatory, Finance & Treasury) on relevant project issues.
• Responsible for identifying/mitigating, risk presented by power and construction contracts across NTT GDC to meet business CAPEX commitments.
• Responsible for handling project disputes (including managing external counsel).
• Advises company management on complex matters, using persuasion in delivering messages, with the ability to adapt style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters, including potential risks in contractual, regulatory, compliance, financial, and legal areas.

Benefits

• All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.
• Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.

What This Job Offers

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