Senior Solar Energy Attorney - Boston. Excellent prospects

We are looking for a Senior Solar Energy Attorney to join the Boston office of an excellent Northern European International law firm. This role is central to our clients mission of accelerating the global energy transition.

You will serve as a strategic legal advisor to developers, investors, and stakeholders, managing the full legal lifecycle of utility-scale and community solar projects in Boston, across United States & beyond. This is an excellent opportunity to join our client as they grow and expand in solar energy law and projects. You will have the chance to grow a strong career - whilst truly having a Work / life balance not often found in traditional US firms.

Key Responsibilities

• Financing & Transactions: Oversee project financing, including tax equity and debt structures. Lead M&A activities for single-asset and portfolio acquisitions.
• Project Development: Lead legal efforts in project planning and permitting, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal environmental and siting regulations.
• Real Estate & Land Use: Negotiate complex land lease and easement agreements and manage site control issues.
• Regulatory & Grid: Navigate Massachusetts SMART 3.0 incentives, ISO-NE interconnection processes, and FERC/DPU regulatory compliance.
• Contracting: Draft and negotiate high-value Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), EPC contracts, and O&M agreements.

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 7+ years of dedicated experience in renewable energy law, with a proven track record in solar project development.
• Strong client facing skills and business development.
• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active member of the US Bar.

*** 3 days in the office / 2 days work from home available

*** International travel / experience available

***True work life balance and low billable