Lead Counsel, Data Center Development jobs in United States
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Meta · 4 hours ago

Lead Counsel, Data Center Development

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$170K/yr - $237K/yr
date5+ years exp

Meta is a technology company that builds platforms for connection and community. They are seeking a highly motivated attorney to assist with data center development, including property acquisition, negotiation of agreements, and operational support.

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Responsibilities

Assist Meta’s IDCS Team with the development and expansion of data center campuses in the U.S. This work will include the purchase of real property, negotiation of economic development incentives, acquisition of entitlements and negotiation of infrastructure, development and ancillary agreements. The work may also include the drafting and negotiation of data center leases
Support the IDCS Team on operational issues relating to Meta’s portfolio of data center facilities and existing incentives
Coordinate with legal colleagues focused on the construction of and energy procurement for Meta’s U.S. data centers
Flag issues and seek guidance from other subject matter experts as needed (e.g., risk management, compliance, policy, finance, tax, etc.) to counsel the IDCS Team on the above areas
Counsel the IDCS Team on strategic development, investment and operational opportunities
Hire, closely manage and direct outside counsel

Qualification

J.D. degreeReal estate transactionsNegotiation skillsManaging outside counselStrategic thinkingAdvanced communicationProject managementCross-functional collaboration

Required

J.D. degree and membership in at least one U.S. state bar
5+ years of experience managing large real estate development transactions, including the structuring, drafting and negotiation of purchase and sale agreements, development agreements, infrastructure agreements and incentive agreements and performing real estate due diligence activities (such as the review of title documents, surveys, environmental reports, etc.)
Solid business judgment and the ability to think strategically and solve unique legal challenges
Experience efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously under deadline pressure
Advanced communication skills with experience working cross-functionally and developing and maintaining productive and quality working relationships

Preferred

Experience managing outside counsel
Experience working at or with a technology company

Benefits

Bonus
Equity
Benefits

Company

Meta

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Meta's mission is to build the future of human connection and the technology that makes it possible.
dateFounded in 2004
location
Menlo Park, CA, US
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.metacareers.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

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