Senior Associate General Counsel (Proc)

Job Description

Enel North America is a proven renewables leader delivering clean, flexible and sustainable energy solutions.

As part of the Enel Group, we develop, build, own and operate renewable power plants and demand response solutions, with over 11 gigawatts (GW) of installed wind and solar capacity, over 1 GW of energy storage and nearly 5 GW of demand response in the US and Canada.

For nearly 25 years, we've reliably powered modern life and driven climate action with our people, partners and communities by putting sustainability at the center of everything we do. Enel is a top-five industry leader for clean power capacity in the US, demand response in North America and utility-scale battery storage in Texas.

We are a smart and passionate team working together to build the Enel North America that we want for the long-term - one that is founded on strong financial, social and environmental values. Being on our team means being part of lasting progress to create a thriving and more sustainable world for our climate and communities. It means valuing safety, trust, innovation, proactivity, flexibility and respect in all we do. Our vision is ambitious, and we'll get there together.

The Opportunity

This position provides legal advice and counsel for specific areas of the business. The objective is to provide counsel to the business areas, including drafting and negotiating various types of contracts ensuring alignment with global legal strategy. This is a highly visible position with a demanding and fast-paced business. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a multi-national matrixed company and able to navigate accordingly.

What You'll Do at Enel North America

Responsibilities, include, but not limited to:

• Drafting and negotiating contracts related to solar, wind, and BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) for
  • (i) supply of components
  • (ii) maintenance and operation services
  • (iii) construction services (including BOP, civil works, main components)
• Drafting and negotiating contracts related to general services and supply, including professional services, for US and Canadian companies.
• Counseling the company on legal issues, risks, and compliance best practices.
• Developing and implementing preventive law strategies to help minimize litigation, third-party disputes, and other potential legal and business problems.
• Handling any disputes, both judicial and extrajudicial, related to procurement contracts.
• Interpreting and explaining legal requirements and assisting the organization with compliance with statutes, regulations, and industry rules.

Who You Are

• Sporadic travel may be required both domestic and international
• Excellent verbal communication, research and writing skills
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in diverse legal subject areas
• Leadership skills, and creativity to drive and motivate others
• An outstanding work ethic and the ability to propose and drive organizational change; excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills required
• Strong communication skills both written and oral; ability to present clear and practical legal positions
• Excellent business judgment
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Ability to influence others and to gain support for their ideas
• Excellent interpersonal skills; build strong working relationships across the organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with attention to details and thoroughness

What You've Accomplished

• J.D. with 5-7 years of practice experience
• BAR admission

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Enel North America is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information. We will not discriminate, in any employment decision, against any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veterans/national guard/military reserve status. This shall be done in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in every location in which Enel North America has facilities. Enel North America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Accessibility - If you require accessibility assistance applying for open positions please contact [email protected].

What Enel North America Offers You

The pay range for this position is $165,600.00 to $248,400.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will be based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, work experience, education, and internal equity. At Enel, base pay is one part of your total compensation package. Please see below for additional information on Enel North America rewards.

• Enel North America offers its regular full-time employees affordable, quality healthcare for you and your family, life insurance and disability benefits to provide security, and retirement benefits to help you plan for your financial future. In addition, we offer an array of other benefits such as flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement and professional development allowance.
• Benefits are effective as of day one!
• Some additional perks to working with Enel North America include:
  • 401k with match fully vested as of day one. Enel-NA matches 100% of the first 4% that you contribute up to set IRS limits.
  • Generous PTO that supports work/life balance including: 4 weeks annually of vacation as well as personal days, volunteer days, your birthday off, paid holidays, and sick time. Proration may apply during first year of employment.
  • Paid leave programs
  • The opportunity to grow and develop your career with the support and mentorship of senior leaders.
  • The opportunity to work for one of the world's most recognizable and respected brands in the energy industry that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable.

An employee's eligibility for these benefits shall be subject to the governing documents for such plans and programs and/or company policy. The benefits described above may be modified or eliminated with or without notice in accordance with the governing documents and applicable law.