General Counsel

Blue Sky Utility - Powered by Nofar Energy

General Counsel leading legal strategy for Blue Sky Utility/Nofar USA, a renewable energy developer and operator. Managing complex renewable transactions, financing, regulation, and in-house legal operations.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeFort Lauderdale • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in renewable energy law, including M&A, project finance, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead legal functions, mentor teams, and manage complex transactions effectively.

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J.D. From An Accredited Law SchoolActive Florida Bar License10+ Years Of Experience In Renewable Energy LawExperience Leading Complex M&A TransactionsDeep Command Of State-Level Utility Regulatory Frameworks

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Hard Skills

M&A TransactionsProject FinanceContract DraftingNegotiationRegulatory ComplianceTax Equity FinancingCorporate FinancingOfftake AgreementsEPC AgreementsJoint Ventures

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationLeadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Bar Admission In U.S. Jurisdiction

Industry Keywords

Renewable Energy LawIndependent Power ProducerUtilityProject DevelopmentCapital Markets TransactionsSecurities Law Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the in-house legal function as the company's senior legal authority
Oversee and mentor the Senior Counsel
Collaborate with outside counsel as needed
Independently manage high-complexity M&A transactions, project and corporate financing transactions, PPAs, offtake agreements, and related regulatory matters
Draft, negotiate, and advise on high-value contracts and transactions, including PPAs, EPCs, interconnection agreements, project financings, M&A, and joint ventures
Serve as a senior escalation point for legal questions from the legal team, including Senior Counsel and paralegal staff
Absorb a significant portion of the Senior Counsel's workload
Build and own legal processes, templates, and playbooks
Manage outside counsel relationships and budgets for specialized or high-stakes matters
Advise cross-functional and executive teams on regulatory strategy

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Florida Bar license, or active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction with ability to become licensed as authorized house counsel in Florida
10+ years of experience in renewable energy law
Prior in-house experience at an Independent Power Producer (IPP), developer, or utility
Experience leading and owning complex M&A, project development, project finance, corporate finance, and offtake transactions from term sheet through closing
Substantial experience with project finance, tax equity, and/or M&A in the renewables space
Deep command of state-level utility regulatory frameworks
Experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex transaction and project agreements
Experience leading project financing, tax equity, secured financing, and other structured financing matters
Capital markets transactions and ongoing securities law compliance/reporting experience strongly preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
401(k) with a generous 6% company match
Hybrid work model with flexibility outside the office
Direct access to decision-makers and meaningful ownership
Exposure, responsibility, and influence in a lean team
Professional growth through challenging, high-responsibility work