General Counsel

About Us:

East Point Energy is a development firm focused on the origination, construction, and operationof energy storage projects. Our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country, helping to transform the grid into a renewable, resilient, and affordable system for generations to come. East Point is a wholly owned subsidiary of Equinor, a broad international energy company committed to long-term value creation in a low-carbon future.

East Points nimble team is comprised of hard-working, strategic problem solvers who are passionate about sustainability. We are technology and contractor agnostic, allowing us to find the best solution for each project. The firms executive team founded East Point in 2018, bringing decades of combined energy development experience and over 1.8 gigawatts of solar, wind, and energy storage projects currently in operation across the United States. Success for East Point is measured by delivering affordable energy storage solutions that benefit the grid, communities, and our environment.

East Point is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because its the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they feel they are fully qualified in every way. We also know that sometimes the best candidates do not check every box. If you are interested in learning more, we would love to hear from you.

Title: General Counsel

The General Counsel is the head of the East Point legal department and is responsible for all legal affairs of the company, including, but not limited to, operational, governance, and compliance matters. This role involves providing legal counsel to the Board of Directors, CEO, and the full East Point team. In managing the legal department, the General Counsel will have direct reports and will report to the CEO.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage East Points legal risk and cost across all aspects of our business - development, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), asset management, human resources, and compliance - while executing our business strategy
• Develop, implement, and manage East Points compliance program to adhere to the Equinor Code of Conduct and Integrity Due Diligence guidelines

• Draft, review, negotiate, and close contracts, including:
  • Real estate: lease and purchase options and closings, title insurance policies, etc.
  • EPC: turnkey EPC, equipment procurement, engineering services, etc.
  • Wide array of supporting services agreements to our business: engineering, general consulting, frame agreements, etc.
• Provide strategic insight and guidance to executive team
• Grow and manage East Points legal department
• Implement and manage Equinors standard contract language into our contracts in high-risk areas of: human rights, business integrity, etc.
• Serve as corporate secretary to East Points Board of Directors
• Engage and manage outside counsel for additional legal support with a cost effective and risk mitigated approach (e.g., M&A, real estate, permitting)

Skills:

• Proficiency with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to communicate across a broad spectrum of technical understanding - written, verbal and non-verbal

Characteristics of an ideal candidate:

• Passion for renewable energy development and the environment
• Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
• Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
• Team player and leader, proactive attitude
• Organized, attention to detail
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
• Integrity and accountability

Education & Experience:

• J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Member of the Virginia State Bar, or member in good standing of the State Bar of another state.
• Strong track record of managing attorneys and legal staff
• Prior General Counsel role experience preferred
• Prior energy industry experience preferred

Travel & Time Commitment:

• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM 5:30 PM EST. The demands of the role may require work outside of these times.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Holidays
• Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends

Location:

East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA

This job description is not inclusive of all requirements of the position. Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.