Solar Landscape · 2 months ago
Real Estate Counsel
Asbury Park, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$120K/yr - $145K/yr
2+ years expSolar Landscape is the leading commercial rooftop solar developer in the U.S., focused on reshaping energy generation. The Real Estate Counsel will quarterback lease negotiations and support project development in the renewable energy sector, ensuring legal compliance and risk management while collaborating with multiple departments.
Clean EnergyEnergySolar
Responsibilities
Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate solar leases, subordination and non-disturbance agreements (SNDAs), easements, and memorandums of lease. Provide due diligence on real estate matters to ensure the successful development of solar projects. Identify and resolve title and survey issues impacting solar project sites. Collaborate across business units to assist during various points in a project life cycle (e.g., project financing and construction)
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to real estate and renewable energy development. Stay informed of evolving legal trends and changes impacting solar projects
Other: Partner with the Business Development team to structure and close deals efficiently. Act as a trusted legal advisor to leadership, offering strategic insights on solar leases, project-specific considerations, and risk mitigation strategies. Research and report on novel issues that arise in new markets, including in relation to non-legal matters (e.g., assisting the policy and business development teams)
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
2+ years of relevant legal experience in real estate law, preferably with leasing experience and/or experience within the renewable energy sector
Flexibility to work at Company Headquarters in Asbury Park as needed
Ability to balance business expectations with legal and regulatory compliance objectives efficiently
Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Adaptability and willingness to take on diverse responsibilities as the situation demands
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Benefits
Training / Professional development opportunities
401(k) with 4% company match
Summer Fridays
Flexible remote/hybrid work options
Paid parental leave
Team lunches, events, and stocked kitchens
Modern, collaborative office spaces in Asbury Park, New York City, Boston, Chicago, and Baltimore
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
Company
Solar Landscape
Solar Landscape is an installer and operator of solar energy systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.03BKey Investors
PGIM Private CapitalKeyStateSilicon Valley Bank
2025-05-15Debt Financing· $175M
2024-12-09Undisclosed· $564M
2024-12-09Debt Financing· $283M
Leadership Team
Shaun Keegan
Co-Founder & CEO
Corey Gross
Co-Founder, Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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