Corporate Counsel

Illuminate USA, a new standalone joint venture established by two global leaders in renewable energy, is building one of the largest solar panel manufacturing factories in the Western Hemisphere. This 1.1 million-square-foot factory is currently in advanced stages of preparation in the Columbus, Ohio area. Illuminate USA is seeking highly motivated team members to help the company grow from startup to a full scale, industry leading manufacturer with $1B - $2B expected annual revenue and over 1,200 employees in less than two years.

This will be a fast-paced and exciting time in our history as we are building something great from the ground up here in central Ohio. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing career development opportunities. Come join our collaborative, people-focused, and innovative workplace as we embark upon this unique and exciting journey!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Corporate Counsel to join our legal team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in safeguarding the organization's interests, ensuring legal compliance, and providing support to internal stakeholders. As a Corporate Counsel, you will collaborate closely with business development, finance, and operations teams, offering legal guidance throughout various aspects of our operations.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure legal compliance with relevant domestic and international laws and regulations, staying informed about changes affecting our industry.

• Prepare, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including but not limited to vendor agreements, licensing agreements, confidentiality agreements, sales contracts, purchase orders and service contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

• Review, draft and revise documents in connection with corporate transactions and general corporate and business matters including operating agreements, bylaws, policies and procedures and other business documents.

• Provide legal opinions and advice in connection with contract, general corporate, employment, operational and compliance matters.

• Provide assistance to the senior legal counsel and management team on various compliance and projects as assigned.

• Assist with obtaining guidance regarding day-to-day legal issues that may occur on large manufacturing projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

· Licensed attorney in good standing with at least one state bar in the U.S.

· Minimum of 3-5 years of experience practicing contract law, preferably in the area of supply chain, procurement contracts or sales.

· In-depth knowledge of contract law, meticulous attention to detail in contract review, drafting, and management.

· Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial transactions, including financing.

· Experience with international contracts.

· Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to resolve issues and challenges.

· Renewable energy and/or manufacturing industry experience is a plus.

Illuminate USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Bar (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH (Required)

Work Location: In person