Senior Counsel – Distributed Generation (Hybrid)

Longroad Energy • San Francisco, CA

1h • Hybrid

About The Position

About Longroad Energy Longroad Energy is a Boston, MA headquartered renewable energy developer focused on the development, ownership, and operation/asset management of wind and solar energy projects throughout North America. Founded in 2016, Longroad owns 3.5 GW of wind and solar projects across the United States in addition to operating and managing a total of 5.5 GW of wind and solar projects on behalf of Longroad and third parties. Our vision is to create lasting value for our shareholders, communities, and employees by responsibly developing, owning and operating renewable energy projects. We have assembled a world-class team with a passion for renewable energy innovation and a commitment to developing renewable projects throughout the US. Job Purpose Reporting to the Vice President, Legal, the Senior Counsel – Distributed Generation (DG) will serve as a strategic legal partner to the commercial and industrial business unit, driving results and enabling growth through expert guidance on complex project development and financing. This role will focus on distributed solar and storage solutions—including C&I behind-the-meter, Muni-CoOp, and community solar projects—drafting project documents, providing guidance on legal strategy, risk mitigation, and process improvement across the full project lifecycle. The position offers the opportunity to shape deal structures, influence business outcomes, and navigate multi-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks in a rapidly evolving renewable energy market. You will collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to accelerate innovation and deliver financeable, high-value projects. This role will be a hybrid position out of our San Francisco office 2-3 days a week.

Requirements

• Law degree (J.D.) and admission in California
• 8+ years of experience as a lawyer in the renewable space, including specific legal knowledge and experience in solar C&I matters
• Recent experience in development, construction, and financing of power facilities or infrastructure for an energy project developer or energy company
• Ability to identify risks and propose solutions
• Ability to handle multiple projects and thrive in a dynamic team environment
• Proficient in Windows environment, MS Office, Outlook, Excel; technically savvy

Nice To Haves

• Experience as in-house counsel preferred but not required.
• Training with top-tier law firm preferred

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and close complex project agreements including leases, power purchase agreements, equipment procurement and warranty agreements, construction agreements, interconnection agreements, engineering and consulting service agreements, operations and maintenance agreements, confidentiality agreements, and filings/applications to local, state, and federal agencies (including FERC)
• Coordinate with commercial teams to ensure project agreements are financeable
• Perform diligence activities related to closing transactions, including responding to inquiries from lenders and financing parties
• Review, negotiate and close MIPAs, debt and tax equity agreements
• Advise and counsel capital markets and finance teams on risks associated with financing and M&A transactions and develop mitigation strategies
• Manage corporate approvals and disclosures, including drafting resolutions, operating agreements, and affiliate agreements, and coordinating with executive and board stakeholders for approvals.
• Advise on the implementation and impact of federal legislation (e.g., Inflation Reduction Act and The One Big Beautiful Bill Act) on project finance transactions, including coordinating closely with business teams to implement such legislation and regulations related to project finance transactions (e.g., transferability, ITC adders, FEOC provisions).
• Manage pre-litigation risks, and if litigation arises, develop litigation strategies to resolve disputes.
• Manage outside counsel to ensure efficient and effective completion of tasks
• Partner with corporate legal and senior management to align on project requirements, maximize value, and manage risk
• Assist with maintenance of contract database

Benefits

• The position offers health, vision/dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, accrued paid time off, life insurance and disability coverage.
• Benefits at Longroad include the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401 (k) plan and matching, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Our robust time-off policy includes accrual of 18 vacation days in your first year, paid holidays, and paid volunteer time.
• We offer paid parental leave to help support employees as they transition into parenthood.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees