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Our client is a rapidly growing clean energy platform with a substantial pipeline of utility-scale renewable projects across the United States. With multiple projects already contracted and a strong development runway ahead, the business is entering a critical phase of execution and scale. About the Role We are seeking a commercially minded In-House Counsel to serve as the company's sole legal resource. This is a high-impact role working closely with senior leadership across development, finance, and operations, with responsibility for managing all legal matters across the project lifecycle. Responsibilities Act as the lead legal advisor to the business across all stages of renewable energy project development, construction, and operation Lead legal support for development activities, including site control, interconnection, permitting, and commercial structuring Draft, review, and negotiate key project agreements, including: EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) contracts O&M (Operations & Maintenance) agreements Equipment supply agreements Development and joint venture agreements Support project financing processes (debt, tax equity, and M&A), working closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders Manage and coordinate external law firms across financing, M&A, and specialist matters Provide strategic legal input on risk allocation, contract structuring, and project execution Establish and refine internal legal processes as the business scales Advise on general corporate, compliance, and governance matters Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to at least one U.S. state bar 5-10+ years of legal experience, ideally a mix of top-tier law firm and/or in-house experience Strong background in renewable energy project development (solar, wind, and/or storage) Demonstrated experience negotiating EPC, O&M, and broader project development agreements Familiarity with project financing structures (tax equity, debt financing, M&A transactions) Experience managing external counsel and operating as a key legal stakeholder within a lean team Highly commercial, pragmatic, and comfortable operating as a standalone legal resource Why Join Nexus Renewable Power Opportunity to take ownership of the legal function at a high-growth platform Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Strong pipeline of projects with near-term execution and long-term growth Broad, hands-on role across the full project lifecycle