Create tomorrow’s possibilities with us

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements including but not limited to LOIs, NDAs, PPAs, project development agreements, vendor contracts, master service agreements, power purchase agreements, license agreements, tax equity partnerships, M&A documentation and other financing arrangements.
• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of general company matters.
• Manage and mitigate legal risk by developing and implementing appropriate policies, procedures, and in-house training programs.
• Support corporate governance and board matters, including preparing resolutions, consents, minutes, and other corporate documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that legal and business objectives are aligned and met.
• Monitor and keep the company informed of relevant legal developments, regulatory changes, and industry trends.
• Manage external legal counsel, as needed, to ensure cost-effective and high-quality legal representation.
• Assist with any other legal or compliance-related matters, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Expertise, preferably in the renewable energy sector, with financing, tax equity partnerships, M&A and commercial agreements
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial contracting, corporate law, financing arrangements, and compliance matters.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A proactive, business-minded approach to problem-solving, with a commitment to providing practical legal advice and solutions.
• Careful attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Mindful, Accountable, Responsible, Respectful, Collaborative approach to work.

Physical Demands:

• Standard office environment.

Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-time.

Job Location and Travel:

• Standard NY Office hybrid schedule, occasional travel as needed

Required Education and Experience:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 6 years of legal experience, preferably with a combination of law firm and in-house experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Active membership in good standing in at least one state bar.
• Experience working with energy companies, especially in the solar/ renewable sector.  Familiarity with power purchase agreements and the financing of the development of commercial solar projects a plus.

EEO Statement 
Onyx provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Onyx complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company conducts business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.