Senior Counsel (Corporate Equity)

Generate invests in sustainable solutions spanning the infrastructure technology set, including in solar, fuel cell, CHP, microgrid, smart cities, and mobility sectors. This position will serve as provide legal and strategic advice to the investment teams structuring, reviewing, negotiating and managing corporate equity investments in platforms that develop, construct and operate infrastructure projects, whether minority or controlling interests. We are looking for someone process- and results-oriented, passionate about the type of work Generate is doing, looking to apply their experience as a corporate M&A attorney. This is a unique opportunity to work on all aspects of delivering and operating sustainable infrastructure solutions on the cutting edge of the resource revolution.

What you will be doing at Generate Capital as Senior Counsel:

• Provide legal, strategic and transactional support to the Investment Team making corporate equity investments in sustainable technology developers and operators. You will develop and lead the legal due diligence for corporate equity investments and work across functions areas within Generate to evaluate corporate equity investments and present to the investment committee.
• Provide ongoing guidance to the investment team and the company generally in the management of existing corporate equity investments.
• Develop efficient debt structures for leveraging corporate equity investments to optimize returns.
• Assist in the training and development of underwriting and due diligence templates to create consistency across the investment team when assessing corporate equity opportunities.
• Provide general advice and support to the Company on other legal matters, including contract disputes and prelitigation strategy.

Candidate requirements and qualifications:

• 10+ years at a law firm and/or in-house experience representing investors making corporate equity investments in privately held sponsors, developers, or IPPs developing and operating sustainable energy assets.
• Experience negotiating and drafting related corporate M&A documentation, including stock purchase agreements, joint ventures, operating agreements and other strategic partnerships.
• Understanding of securities law and general corporate governance practices, including the development, monitoring and maintenance of corporate governance policies.
• Understanding of project finance and debt financing of renewable energy and sustainability project preferred.
• A passion for, or demonstrated commitment to, our mission: proving that sustainability pays.
• Ability to swiftly complete a project, consummate transactions, and drive to resolution/solution to issues small and large.
• Expert at applying knowledge in one industry/sector into new areas of investment.
• Unimpeachable integrity and glowing references.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including empathy, intuition, and listening as well as strong writing, editing, and basic design skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• High level of self-awareness and humility, with excitement about confronting uncomfortable situations or new challenges.
• Intellectual agility, curiosity, and creativity; problem-solving is your default mode.
• Superior project and time management skills and high attention to detail.
• Entrepreneurial spirit: Ability to focus on details while also able to see long-term goals and obstacles.

Generate’s compensation packages are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Salary decisions take into account a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $182,000 - $312,000. In addition, the compensation package may include a discretionary bonus and other benefits, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of this range. 

Generate Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.