What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Counsel position at Savion?
Savion, a Shell Group portfolio company, is one of the largest, most technologically advanced utility-scale solar and energy storage project development companies in the United States. With a growing portfolio of more than 36.5 GW, Savion’s diverse team provides comprehensive services at each phase of renewable energy project development, from conception through construction. As part of this full-service model, Savion manages all aspects of development for customers, partners, and project host communities. Savion is committed to helping decarbonize the energy grid by replacing electric power generation with renewable sources and delivering cost-competitive electricity to the marketplace.
Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play is met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.
Position Details
Savion is looking to add a knowledgeable attorney to join its Legal team. We are looking for a key commercial counsel who will provide transactional and contracting support across the organization. Preference will be given to candidates who can commute to Savion’s Kansas City, Missouri office, but we will consider candidates nationwide and a mix of remote/in-office work.
Responsibilities
This in-house counsel position will work closely with Savion team members across the organization in support of transactional initiatives, including project development, EPC and procurement/supply chain matters, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and operations and governance matters, among others. Position responsibilities include the following, among others:
A preferred candidate will have the following experiences, skills, and attributes:
Please send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@savionenergy.com
Savion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees. All employment decisions are based upon job requirements, qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is the policy and practice of Savion to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, including transgender status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or status in any group protected by state or local law.
Our workplace culture attracts competitive, smart, and fun people. We are committed to the health, fitness, and work-life balance of our employees. Our employees are highly motivated, technically proficient, team-oriented, and committed to renewable energy. We recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and offer highly competitive pay as well as exceptional above-market employee benefits. Balancing work and play is met with generous PTO allowances and 14.5 paid holidays per year.
Position Details
Savion is looking to add a knowledgeable attorney to join its Legal team. We are looking for a key commercial counsel who will provide transactional and contracting support across the organization. Preference will be given to candidates who can commute to Savion’s Kansas City, Missouri office, but we will consider candidates nationwide and a mix of remote/in-office work.
Responsibilities
This in-house counsel position will work closely with Savion team members across the organization in support of transactional initiatives, including project development, EPC and procurement/supply chain matters, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and operations and governance matters, among others. Position responsibilities include the following, among others:
- Draft and negotiate and work with external counsel on development matters, EPC and procurement contracts, operations and maintenance (O&M) agreements, asset management agreements, energy management, and other supply and procurement agreements for Savion’s solar and energy storage projects
- Assist in key project initiatives, which may include support in mergers and acquisitions, development matters (including real estate matters), and operational and governance matters
- Advise Savion team members on legal, regulatory, and business risk
- Manage and supervise outside counsel as necessary
A preferred candidate will have the following experiences, skills, and attributes:
- Juris Doctor degree and membership in the Missouri bar (or ability to become licensed in Missouri or eligibility to act as in-house counsel under Missouri Rule 8.105)
- 3 or more years of relevant legal experience at a top-tier law firm, sophisticated corporate legal department, or combination of the two with significant experience in renewable energy transactional matters
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey legal advice in a succinct and actionable format
- Collaborative approach and commitment to teamwork and problem solving
- Common sense approach to legal and business challenges
- As touched on above, energy industry experience (particularly in renewables) is preferred
- Base, bonus and compensation commensurate with experience
- Vacation & Holidays: Generous paid time off plus 14.5 paid holidays
- Benefits: Health & dental insurance, long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k) match
- Awesome culture and opportunities for interaction across multiple departments with fun and exciting events and challenges
- Savion offers a culture that embraces a flex-time schedule so as to maximize both productivity and work-life balance
- Hybrid: Kansas City, Missouri Headquarters with some flexibility for hybrid work
Please send a resume and cover letter to: jobs@savionenergy.com
Savion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees. All employment decisions are based upon job requirements, qualifications, merit, and business needs. It is the policy and practice of Savion to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, including transgender status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or status in any group protected by state or local law.