Description

General Summary:

Provides extensive legal research, analysis and recommendations on legal and environmental issues surrounding Rainbow Energy Center and its affiliates. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides legal expertise on corporate structure, operations, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Prepares, reviews, and negotiates a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents.
• Identifies and mitigates legal risks associated with various business activities and transactions.
• Monitors and advises on compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Keeps abreast of changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedents that impact Rainbow Energy Center.
• Advises the executive leadership team on the potential legal ramifications of proposed organizational policies and procedures.
• Strategizes with executive leadership team on tax, legislative, regulatory and compliance matters.
• Provides supervision to outside lawyers hired to assist Rainbow Energy Center with their specialized legal services.
• Negotiates all legal matters on behalf of Rainbow Energy Center and its affiliates.
• Protects the organization’s rights in its interactions with external parties.
• Performs factual and legal research and analysis.
• Stays up to date with relevant environmental regulations and standards to ensure Rainbow Energy Center’s initiatives adhere to legal requirements and permits 

Requirements

Job Criteria:

Education & Experience

Knowledge typically acquired through a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration or related field and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and ten (10) years of pro is required. 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to research, interpret, and apply legal principles effectively. 
• Ability to clearly communicate legal concepts and negotiate effectively. 
• Exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Familiar with key legal issues surrounding Rainbow Energy Center.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate legal documents. 
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability and responsibility to work safely alone and within a team while following REC safety rules, certifications and procedures.
• Ability and responsibility to ensure security procedures are followed including immediate notification of potential incidents.