Commercial Counsel

Based in Durham, N.C., FlexGen is a leading integration services and software technology provider for utility-scale energy storage solutions in the United States and globally. FlexGen designs and integrates storage solutions and the software platform that is enabling today’s energy transition. Leveraging its best-in-class energy management software, digital controls, and advanced analytics, FlexGen delivers energy storage projects integrated with traditional and renewable power generation globally. FlexGen’s products and services help improve the reliability and sustainability of the power grid. The company’s clients and partners include the most technically and commercially demanding developers, utilities, renewable energy, electric cooperatives, and industrial companies in the world.Position DescriptionFlexGen is seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel to join our growing legal group. The role, which reports to the Executive Vice President and General Counsel, includes responsibilities with respect to a wide range of commercial contracts related to the development of energy storage projects and sale of related services, as well as compliance, governance, and other corporate matters. The Commercial Counsel will collaborate with the business development, operations, and other teams with respect to product development, contract preparation, and deal execution during a time of the company’s rapid growth. This position is remote in the US, with a preference on hybrid based out of headquarters in Durham, NC or our office in Delray Beach, FL.Major Job Responsibilities:Draft, negotiate, and analyze broad range of complex commercial contractsProvide business development, operations, and other teams with timely and quality legal advice and supportSupport ongoing compliance and governance activitiesMinimize the need for outside counselOther duties as assignedPosition Requirements:Minimum of five years of experience practicing law in the renewable energy spaceSubstantial experience representing energy project developers and/or suppliers with respect to equipment and services supply agreements, O&M and other long-term services agreements, EPC agreements, etc.Experience with battery storage projects preferredExperience with SaaS and other technology services transactions a plusMinimum of three years of sophisticated transaction work in a major law firm with a significant energy practiceExcellent writing skillsAbility to communicate effectively in formal and informal settings with internal and external stakeholdersAbility to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment with limited supervisionMembership in good standing in at least one state barJuris Doctor degree from an accredited law schoolAbility to work effectively in a hybrid work environment and the ability to work in either FlexGen’s Durham, NC or Delray Beach, FL offices at least two days a weekFluent in Microsoft Word; proficient in Excel and PowerPoint

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