Job Description:Corporate Counsel, Commercial ContactsOnsite: Primary locations are Nashville, TN and Fremont, CA; remote arrangements may also be considered.We are seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts - based in Nashville, TN, Fremont, CA or remote, to serve as a strategic legal partner to our business leadership team. In this highly visible role, you will provide pragmatic, solutions-oriented counsel on complex commercial transactions, draft and negotiate key agreements, and help drive sound risk management across the organization.The ideal candidate brings deep commercial contracts experience, strong executive presence, and the ability to operate as a hands-on legal generalist in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; TASKS<ul><li>Integrating and partnering with the business unit leadership team, providing sound legal advice and risk mitigation measures to ensure successful business outcomes</li><li>Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and ancillary agreements</li><li>Support, build positive relationships with, and provide authoritative legal guidance to the legal commercial team as well as other internal business teams.</li><li>Work collaboratively to identify and implement process improvements and support updates to internal playbooks and templates</li><li>Manage and meet internal SLAs, and help juggle priorities in a fast-moving environment</li><li>Own specific legal projects and develop subject matter expertise regarding legal issues faced by the customer contracts team and internal business partners</li><li>Reviewing solicitations, strategizing approaches for responding, drafting sections addressing particularly legal topics</li><li>Selecting and managing outside when needed</li><li>Assisting commercial contracts personnel with complex or risk-sensitive terms and conditions, such as limiting liability, indemnification, and grounds for termination.</li><li>Participating in and contributing to Legal Department discussions on corporate-wide topics, policies, and procedures</li><li>Participating in and contributing to Legal Department updates on changing laws and regulations and other continuing education</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School.</li><li>Licensed to practice law in the United States and active membership in at least one state bar</li><li>Minimum of 6–8 years of legal experience; experience may include a combination of law firm and in-house legal roles.</li><li>Experience advising executive clients on business and transactional matters (contracts, agreements, business strategy)</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability, preferably as a counsel for a business segment of a technology-driven company.</li><li>Ability to perform the role of hands-on legal generalist.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced and complex organizational structure</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Ability to analyze complex issues and provide recommendations in an executive-worthy manner</li><li>Ability to develop strong client relationships while maintaining an independence appropriate to a compliance function</li><li>Strong communication skills (written and oral).</li></ul>Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at <a href="http://www.Nextpower.com">www.Nextpower.com</a>Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related reasons. For candidates located in California, the annual salary range for this position is $175,000.00 to $200,000.00. Compensation ranges for other locations, including Tennessee, may differ based on the applicable market.At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.<h1>We are Nextpower</h1>

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Job Description:Corporate Counsel, Commercial ContactsOnsite: Primary locations are Nashville, TN and Fremont, CA; remote arrangements may also be considered.We are seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts - based in Nashville, TN, Fremont, CA or remote, to serve as a strategic legal partner to our business leadership team. In this highly visible role, you will provide pragmatic, solutions-oriented counsel on complex commercial transactions, draft and negotiate key agreements, and help drive sound risk management across the organization.The ideal candidate brings deep commercial contracts experience, strong executive presence, and the ability to operate as a hands-on legal generalist in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; TASKS<ul><li>Integrating and partnering with the business unit leadership team, providing sound legal advice and risk mitigation measures to ensure successful business outcomes</li><li>Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and ancillary agreements</li><li>Support, build positive relationships with, and provide authoritative legal guidance to the legal commercial team as well as other internal business teams.</li><li>Work collaboratively to identify and implement process improvements and support updates to internal playbooks and templates</li><li>Manage and meet internal SLAs, and help juggle priorities in a fast-moving environment</li><li>Own specific legal projects and develop subject matter expertise regarding legal issues faced by the customer contracts team and internal business partners</li><li>Reviewing solicitations, strategizing approaches for responding, drafting sections addressing particularly legal topics</li><li>Selecting and managing outside when needed</li><li>Assisting commercial contracts personnel with complex or risk-sensitive terms and conditions, such as limiting liability, indemnification, and grounds for termination.</li><li>Participating in and contributing to Legal Department discussions on corporate-wide topics, policies, and procedures</li><li>Participating in and contributing to Legal Department updates on changing laws and regulations and other continuing education</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School.</li><li>Licensed to practice law in the United States and active membership in at least one state bar</li><li>Minimum of 6–8 years of legal experience; experience may include a combination of law firm and in-house legal roles.</li><li>Experience advising executive clients on business and transactional matters (contracts, agreements, business strategy)</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability, preferably as a counsel for a business segment of a technology-driven company.</li><li>Ability to perform the role of hands-on legal generalist.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced and complex organizational structure</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>Ability to analyze complex issues and provide recommendations in an executive-worthy manner</li><li>Ability to develop strong client relationships while maintaining an independence appropriate to a compliance function</li><li>Strong communication skills (written and oral).</li></ul>Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at <a href="http://www.Nextpower.com">www.Nextpower.com</a>Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related reasons. For candidates located in California, the annual salary range for this position is $175,000.00 to $200,000.00. Compensation ranges for other locations, including Tennessee, may differ based on the applicable market.At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.<h1>We are Nextpower</h1>

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