Sr. Counsel - Commercial

Tallgrass•Houston, TX

12h

About The Position

Provide day-to-day commercial legal support to the power division as it executes new power purchase agreements (PPAs). The role supports PPA administration, negotiation and interpretation, project financing due diligence, and the development of a new business line. It also handles commercial intercompany and ancillary agreements, miscellaneous commercial contracts, and coordination of outside counsel. The successful candidate participates in stakeholder, internal, customer, investor, partner, third-party, and regulator meetings as requested. The position requires a Juris Doctor from an accredited institution, ten years of relevant legal experience, a U.S. license to practice law, and a valid driver’s license with a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers. The candidate should be able to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing deadlines, communicate clearly, maintain confidentiality, and work non-traditional hours as needed. Occasional overnight travel may be required, and the employee must carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours. The role has no supervisory responsibility. Tallgrass describes itself as a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering energy and services. It offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Program supporting employees’ physical, mental, and financial well-being.

Requirements

Juris Doctor from an accredited institution.
Ten years of relevant legal experience.
Must be licensed to practice law in the U.S.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers.
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, which may include Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to work independently and quickly, take initiative, perform multiple tasks, and balance demanding competing deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to listen carefully.
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes.
Ability to write clearly and effectively.
Proficiency with relevant legal research tools.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to work schedules and rules, and focus on details.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet strict deadlines.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to perform the essential and marginal functions of the job.
Ability to interact with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
Regular, dependable attendance and consistently high performance.
Ability to work non-traditional hours as needed.
Must clear a drug screen and complete a background check after an offer and before employment; a credit report is included for certain positions.

Responsibilities

Support PPA administration, including drafting and reviewing notices, working with the EPC claims attorney to align EPC and PPA matters.
Draft, review, and negotiate amendments to PPAs.
Advise on interpretation of PPAs and their requirements.
Attend stakeholder meetings to raise legal considerations and help the team progress toward project milestones.
Assist with establishing a new business line and ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and PPAs.
Support project financing due diligence efforts.
Represent the power division on commercial intercompany agreements, including agreements related to water procurement, natural gas transportation, and carbon sequestration.
Draft, review, and negotiate ancillary contracts and miscellaneous commercial contracts.
Facilitate and oversee outside counsel.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and meetings with customers, investors, partners, other third parties, and regulators as requested.
Perform other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.

Benefits

Industry-competitive pay.
Health insurance package options, including Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
Infertility coverage.
Parental leave.
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately, plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%.
Wellness programs and mental health resources.
Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Critical illness and accident insurance.
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer time off, and bereavement paid time off.
Identity theft protection.
Annual discretionary bonus.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Company vehicle, if applicable.
Employee discounts, including vehicles, tires, and cellular plans.
Networking and employee engagement events.
Personal development opportunities to grow a career based on strengths and interests.