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Canadian Solar Inc.

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Senior Legal Counsel

General CounselGeneral CounselFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 10,001+Since 2001H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

8 days ago

Salary

$195K - $250K / year

Seniority

Senior

Professional Certificate5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Provide legal advice on construction, corporate and commercial law matters in support of the energy storage business unit in the United States • Negotiate and draft EPC agreements, equipment supply agreements, subcontractor agreements, long-term services agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, product warranties, performance guarantees and various other contracts • Assist with all aspects of project management and project execution, including drafting legal notices, changing orders, interpreting contract language and providing strategic and business-oriented advice • Litigation and dispute resolution management as needed • Maintain clear, consistent communication with all stakeholders—including customers, vendors, EPCs, and utilities • Coordinate and supervise outside counsel with a view to balancing legal costs with business goals

Job Requirements

  • At least 5 years' of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction and infrastructure contracts
  • Strong academic credentials and licensed to practice law in the United States
  • Experience working in the energy industry (ideally in renewable energy and/or energy storage) is preferred
  • In-depth understanding of United States renewable energy incentives (IRA tax credits) and compliance regulations (OBBBA)
  • Knowledge of anti-dumping/countervailing duties (AD/CVD), tariffs generally, OFAC, CFIUS, UFLPA and other trade-related and regulatory matters of import to the business
  • Experience and willingness to lead negotiations of complex commercial contracts
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 5–15% of the time

Benefits

  • flexible work options
  • various promotional opportunities
  • training programs

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