[Hiring] Senior Counsel, EPC & Operations @Aypa Power

Role Description

We are seeking a transactional attorney to work closely with the Senior Associate General Counsel on a broad range of EPC and Operations matters and be part of our lean and dynamic team. Scope may include:

• Procurement of major equipment
• Long term service agreements
• EPC contracts and balance of plant O&M agreements
• Handling of contract disputes
• Change orders
• Compliance matters that may arise during a period of rapid company growth

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with internal legal, commercial, and technical stakeholders as well as external counsel in drafting, reviewing and negotiating equipment supply and EPC contracts (and related services)
• Manage multiple transactions
• Support the Execution, Operations and Asset Management teams during the construction and operational life cycle of the projects
• Facilitate legal support for cross-functional teams, focusing on regulatory compliance and strategic legal positioning
• Interface and negotiate directly with suppliers, EPCs, operators, and other counterparties as needed
• Oversee and manage external counsel in a wide range of matters
• Identify and succinctly communicate material risks and proposed solutions to Aypa’s executives and team leads
• Find ways to optimize and improve templates, processes for efficiency and compliance and apply best practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active bar licensure in at least one US jurisdiction
• 5+ years of post-qualification experience, with demonstrated experience in utility-scale battery energy storage procurement, construction and operations
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex transactions and competing priorities
• Driven and takes ownership of deals to ensure timely execution and follow through
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint proficiency
• Excellent organizational and planning skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills
• Highest standards of ethics and integrity

Requirements

• Salary: A base salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus: An annual bonus will be awarded based on both individual performance as well as the overall success of the business

Benefits

• Aypa offers an attractive benefits package with excellent health care/dental/vision
• 401k matching
• Unlimited vacation
• Paid parental leave
• Other health/wellness benefits

Company Description

At Aypa, we nurture and support a highly diverse team and actively seek to advance fair and inclusive practices in all aspects of what we do. We hire passionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking individuals from different backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences. With a focus on belonging, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all.

Please note: We kindly request that recruiting companies and agencies refrain from contacting us regarding this job posting. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in respecting our hiring process. Thank you.