Job Description

Overview

A leading independent power producer (IPP) in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Real Estate Counsel to play a key role in the development and management of our growing portfolio of solar, wind, and energy storage projects.

As our client continues to expand, securing and optimizing real estate assets is essential to their success. This role will be responsible for negotiating, structuring, and managing land-related agreements that support the full lifecycle of our projects-from initial site control through financing, construction, and long-term operations. The Real Estate Counsel will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to navigate complex land use matters, ensuring projects are developed efficiently and in compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of real estate and renewable energy, contributing directly to the transition toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

Key Responsibilities

Real Estate Transactions & Contract Negotiation:

• Structure, negotiate, and draft a variety of real estate agreements, including leases, easements, purchase and sale agreements, and site control contracts.
• Work closely with landowners, developers, and external counsel to secure land rights necessary for project development.

Title & Land Due Diligence:

• Conduct and review title research, coordinate with title companies, and resolve encumbrances or defects to ensure clean site control.
• Oversee title insurance policies and work with surveyors, consultants, and outside counsel to address title and survey matters.
• Manage curative work, including obtaining releases, affidavits, and corrective documents to clear title issues that could impact project financing or development.

Project Financing & Risk Management:

• Assist in preparing real estate documentation for project financing, ensuring land title and leasehold interests align with lender and investor requirements.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to real estate transactions, including landowner disputes, access rights, and encumbrances.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of experience in real estate law, with a focus on land transactions, title review, and curative work.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Proven expertise on real estate matters in the renewable energy space.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment.

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