Legal Quality Counsel REMOTE

LEGAL REPORTS TO: GENERAL COUNSEL HYBRID (REMOTE AND ONSITE IN VIENNA, VA) SCHEDULE: 2 DAYS A WEEK FROM HOME AND 3 DAYS A WEEK ONSITE (9AM – 5PM) SolaREIT’s mission is to acquire, develop, & manage climate-friendly solar and storage assets that support the transformation to a low-carbon economy. We are looking for an individual passionate about renewable energy to join our close-knit, dynamic team who is excited by a high-growth opportunity with a well-funded and rapidly growing organization. The Transaction Counsel (real estate) will have the unique opportunity to work with SolaREIT’s partners to close deals and support the deployment of renewable energy projects. The Transaction Counsel is responsible for working with internal and external stakeholders to draft, review, and deliver leases, purchase and sale agreements, loan agreements and other documents on time, forming and maintaining excellent relationships with solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) developers, outside counsel and title companies. We are seeking an individual with experience in real estate and renewable energy development. Every team member is integral in creating and building the future of our company and brand. Competitive benefits, flexible hybrid schedule, and 401k matching program. Competitive Salary + bonus.   Draft, review and negotiate documents related to solar and battery energy storage real estate transactions, including leases, easements, and purchase agreements. Negotiate favorable and commercially reasonable terms and conditions in Purchase and Sales agreements and Leases, reflecting the company's interests while mitigating risks. Collaborate with internal teams, outside counsel, and various stakeholders to ensure proper coordination on deals. Support and advise the Company’s Business Development team in its efforts to provide a quick, efficient, and friction-less experience to our customers. Develop and update legal templates, policies, and procedures to streamline processes and maintain compliance. Provide legal support and guidance to other departments within the organization, including finance and asset management, as needed. Support other legal projects on an ad hoc basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 5+ years of relevant experience working in real estate transactions with a focus on solar or BESS, both for US projects under US law. ~ Demonstrated efficient management of legal documents, with on time delivery. ~ JD or LLM from an accredited law school. ~ High level of proficiency with Office 365. A collaborative team player who is driven and enthusiastic about building a company and brand that is ready and capable to scale. Possesses the vision and determination to make SolaREIT the industry leader in clean energy real estate financing. Ability to define issues, analyze problems, assess risk, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions. Exceptional interpersonal skills to encourage the internal team and external stakeholders to move projects forward, offering creative solutions and a collaborative approach to problem solving.  Commitment to providing high quality client service. SolaREIT™, based in Virginia, is an innovative real estate company focused on delivering financing solutions for solar and battery energy storage developers. SolaREIT, a minority and women-owned business, was founded in 2020 as a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) by clean energy industry veterans with a proven track record in finance, project development, real estate, and community solar.