Real Estate Attorney at Intersect Power

United States

Intersect Power Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Renewable Energy, Data CentersIndustries

Requirements

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice in Texas or California
  • At least 2 years of experience as a real estate attorney in a law firm or in-house setting
  • Familiarity with real estate agreements common in renewable energy and data center development
  • Strong ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfort working independently as well as collaboratively with senior attorneys and cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
  • Ability to work during all Pacific Coast working hours
  • Located within 60 miles of SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; or Toronto, ON

Responsibilities

  • Manage and provide real estate legal support for early- to mid-stage renewable and data center projects
  • Handle day-to-day legal tasks for a portfolio of projects, ensuring deadlines are met and risks are mitigated
  • Conduct and respond to due diligence inquiries to keep projects moving smoothly
  • Review, draft, and oversee outside counsel on real estate agreements—including options, ground leases, purchase and sale agreements, easements, and financing documents
  • Partner with internal teams to ensure agreements align with project goals and requirements
  • Provide real estate legal support for project design, permitting, interconnection, and offtake opportunities
  • Work closely with Land Acquisition, Development, Finance, and Construction to solve problems and unlock project progress
  • Take initiative on assigned matters while learning from senior attorneys
  • Contribute to the broader Land Legal team with flexibility, curiosity, and a solutions-oriented mindset

Skills

Real Estate Law
Contract Drafting
Contract Review
Land Acquisition
Due Diligence
Renewable Energy Projects
Data Center Development
Outside Counsel Oversight

Intersect Power

Develops and operates clean energy projects

About Intersect Power

Intersect Power focuses on creating large-scale clean energy projects that aim to significantly reduce carbon emissions. The company develops, constructs, and operates renewable energy infrastructure, primarily solar power plants, and sells the generated electricity to various clients, including businesses and government entities, through structured agreements known as offtakes. This model provides a stable revenue stream by ensuring energy is sold at predetermined prices. Intersect Power stands out from competitors due to its innovative approach to integrating clean electricity into the economy and its recognition in the Sustainability category of Fast Company's 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards. The company's goal is to redefine the clean energy industry and contribute to deep decarbonization efforts to combat climate change.

Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$7,309MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Energy, Social ImpactIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Family Planning Benefits
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend

Risks

Dependence on large clients like Google poses revenue risks.
Rapid expansion may strain financial resources and cause cash flow issues.
Competitive landscape intensification could impact market share and pricing power.

Differentiation

Intersect Power integrates clean electricity into the broader economy innovatively.
The company has a pipeline of 3.2GWDC solar and storage projects for 2023.
Intersect Power operates in both retail and wholesale energy markets.

Upsides

Google's $800m investment boosts Intersect Power's clean energy initiatives.
Federal incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act enhance project financial viability.
Advancements in solar panel efficiency improve project profitability.

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