Job Description
ts.Collaboration with Deal Team: Work closely with the deal team to ensure legal aspects of transactions are effectively manag
ed.Legal Strategy and Advisory: Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with business goals in the renewable energy sect
ry.Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory requiremen
ole:Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law sch
ool
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, including 2-3 years at a major law firm (Big L
Familiarity with tax equity structures and renewable energy incentives is highly prefer
red
lls:Proven ability to manage complex transactions and work closely with a deal t
eam
Experience in contract management, litigation oversight, and risk managem
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting renewable energy proje
cts
Benefits
do:Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including project development contracts, supply agreements, and financing documen
Responsibilities
The role will focus on providing comprehensive legal support in areas such as contract management, litigation oversight, risk management, and legal strategy, particularly within the context of project finance and renewable energy initiatives
This is a unique opportunity to grow into a General Counsel position, working closely with senior management and the deal team
This role is positioned as a stepping stone to a General Counsel position within the compan
ts.Transactional Work: Provide legal support for transactions, focusing on project finance, tax equity structures, and construction-related agreemen
or.Litigation Oversight: Manage litigation matters, working closely with third-party external counsel to protect company interes
ts.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with transactions and operations in the renewable energy indust
Job description
About us:
Pacifico Energy Group (PEG) is a privately held investment company that seeds and sponsors real asset-based companies. With controlling interests in renewable energy development platforms, vertically integrated independent power producers, and aviation companies around the globe, PEG plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of these sectors. PEG has a proven track record of seeding and scaling development platforms, including Pacifico Energy Japan—the largest solar developer in Japan.
In 2020, recognizing the challenges facing US utility-scale projects, PEG founded and seeded Pacifico Power to target the behind-the-meter (BTM) and distributed generation (DG) markets. Pacifico Power is a U.S. focused energy infrastructure platform that delivers customized industrial scale energy solutions to companies and communities
.
We are seeking a dedicated Legal Counsel to join our growing team in San Juan Capistrano. This full-time position is ideal for a legal professional with 5+ years of experience, including 2-3 years at a major law firm. The role will focus on providing comprehensive legal support in areas such as contract management, litigation oversight, risk management, and legal strategy, particularly within the context of project finance and renewable energy initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to grow into a General Counsel position, working closely with senior management and the deal team. This role is positioned as a stepping stone to a General Counsel position within the compan
y.
What you get to
• do:Contract Management: Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including project development contracts, supply agreements, and financing documen
• ts.Transactional Work: Provide legal support for transactions, focusing on project finance, tax equity structures, and construction-related agreemen
• ts.Collaboration with Deal Team: Work closely with the deal team to ensure legal aspects of transactions are effectively manag
• ed.Legal Strategy and Advisory: Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with business goals in the renewable energy sect
• or.Litigation Oversight: Manage litigation matters, working closely with third-party external counsel to protect company interes
• ts.Risk Management: Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with transactions and operations in the renewable energy indust
• ry.Corporate Governance: Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory requiremen
ts.
What you bring to the r
• ole:Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law sch
• ool.Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, including 2-3 years at a major law firm (Big L
• aw).Strong background in project finance with experience in preferred industries such as construction, real estate development, renewable energy, or oil & gas sect
• ors.Familiarity with tax equity structures and renewable energy incentives is highly prefer
• red.Ski
• lls:Proven ability to manage complex transactions and work closely with a deal t
• eam.Experience in contract management, litigation oversight, and risk managem
• ent.Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting renewable energy proje
• cts.Excellent communication and negotiation ski
lls.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Counsel position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Orange offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
