Avantus
Avantus delivers innovative solutions across energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors.
Counsel, Compliance
Provide legal oversight and ensure compliance for utility-scale solar projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Monitor and interpret federal, state, and international renewable energy regulations. • Enhance the company's risk framework with comprehensive compliance controls, including data privacy and cybersecurity. • Develop mechanisms to detect, report, and correct compliance violations. • Prepare for audits and investigations by maintaining records and designing procedures. • Draft, implement, and maintain internal compliance policies and procedures. • Conduct compliance risk assessments and audits across departments and projects. • Design and deliver compliance training programs for employees and leadership. • Review contracts, vendor agreements, and customer terms for regulatory compliance. • Investigate compliance incidents and support remediation efforts. • Analyze debt covenants and financial requirements from a legal perspective. • Manage compliance projects, including audits and investigations.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸regulation monitoring
- ▸risk framework
- ▸audit preparation
- ▸policy development
- ▸risk assessment
- ▸compliance training
What You Bring
The company is hiring an experienced Compliance Attorney to lead legal management of its utility-scale solar compliance obligations. Reporting to the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, the attorney will ensure full compliance with contractual, financial, and regulatory requirements across development and operations. • Hold a J.D. and active law license in CA, AZ, NM, or NV. • Bring 4+ years of experience in finance and regulatory law. • Possess deep knowledge of solar and energy storage regulations and corporate compliance. • Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and organizational abilities.
Requirements
- ▸j.d.
- ▸law license
- ▸finance law
- ▸solar regs
- ▸analytical
- ▸compliance
Benefits
Avantus offers a competitive salary range of $162,966 – $191,725 USD (plus bonus), 401(k) matching, comprehensive medical and dental options, flexible PTO, and remote work. The firm is an equal-opportunity employer.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time