Senior Counsel, Transactions
New Leaf EnergyOakland, California
Full Time
Posted March 9, 2026
~98 people viewed this recently
Apply Now
Application opens on company website
Job Description
The Senior Counsel, Transactions at New Leaf Energy will provide legal support for renewable energy project acquisitions, dispositions, and financing, including drafting and negotiating key agreements, advising on risks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to facilitate clean energy development.
Key Responsibilities
- Counsel and advise on structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating renewable energy asset transactions, including MIPAs, APAs, and ancillary documents
- Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with purchase and sale transactions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on legal matters related to project development, financing, and transaction processes
- Develop and improve tools, templates, and procedures for due diligence, negotiation, and transaction closing
- Draft and negotiate commercial agreements such as joint venture agreements, PPAs, interconnection, community solar, and O&M agreements
- Provide legal support for the origination, acquisition, sale, financing, ownership, and operation of renewable energy projects
- Supervise and coordinate work between in-house and outside counsel as needed
Requirements
- Law degree and strong academic record from a leading ABA accredited law school.
- At least 6-8 years of substantial, relevant legal experience at a top-tier law firm, sophisticated corporate legal department, or a combination of the two.
- Expert knowledge with respect to the legal issues and key deal points in M A, specifically MIPAs and APAs.
- Extensive experience in independently structuring, drafting, and negotiating purchase and sale agreements for renewable energy projects, specifically MIPAs and APAs.
- Ability to independently structure, draft, review, and negotiate other project commercial contracts, including joint venture agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), interconnection agreements, community solar and other subscriber agreements, and operation and maintenance agreements.
- Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice for non-lawyers.
- Licensed to practice law or registered as in-house counsel in the State where the applicable New Leaf Energy office is located.
Benefits & Perks
Market-competitive base salary (range in Oakland: $222,753 - $257,411)
On-target annual cash bonus of approximately 20% of base salary
Equity-like program providing ownership benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401k plan with immediate vesting and company match (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
Open and self-managed paid time-off policy
Hybrid work location policy supporting work from home part of the week
Parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents
Professional development and education assistance
Ready to Apply?
Join New Leaf Energy and make an impact in renewable energy
Stay Updated on Sustainability Jobs
Get the latest renewable energy jobs and career tips delivered to your inbox.
Job Alerts
Get notified about new sustainability jobs