Application Guide

How to Apply for Associate General Counsel- General Corporate/Finance

at Solar Landscape

🏢 About Solar Landscape

Solar Landscape is a mission-driven company transforming rooftops into renewable energy sources for communities, saving costs and reducing carbon footprints. As a remote-first organization, they offer flexibility while making a tangible impact on sustainability. Working here means being at the forefront of the clean energy transition, with a focus on community benefits.

About This Role

This role involves providing legal support for project financing, renewable energy certificates (RECs) transactions, and real estate due diligence for solar project sites. You'll collaborate with business teams to structure deals, ensure regulatory compliance, and advise leadership on corporate governance and risk mitigation. Your work directly enables the expansion of community solar and clean energy access.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day reviewing emails and updates on pending deals. You'll spend time drafting and negotiating contracts for project financing or REC sales, then conduct due diligence on real estate for new solar sites. Afternoon involves calls with the Business Development team to structure deals and a compliance check on state filings. You'll also advise leadership on corporate governance matters as needed.

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🎯 Who Solar Landscape Is Looking For

  • You have 1+ years of legal experience in corporate law, with a focus on project finance or M&A, ideally in renewable energy.
  • You are skilled in contract negotiation and corporate regulatory compliance, and comfortable handling entity formation and state/federal filings.
  • You excel at due diligence on real estate matters, including title and survey issues, and can resolve issues impacting project sites.
  • You are a proactive problem-solver who can work independently and collaborate with non-legal teams to structure deals efficiently.

📝 Tips for Applying to Solar Landscape

1

Highlight any experience with renewable energy certificates (RECs) or project finance transactions in your resume and cover letter.

2

Emphasize your ability to conduct real estate due diligence, including title and survey review, with specific examples.

3

Showcase your experience with entity formation and state/federal compliance filings, especially in multiple jurisdictions.

4

Mention your comfort working remotely and your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Business Development).

5

Tailor your cover letter to demonstrate passion for clean energy and community impact, not just legal skills.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience in corporate law, particularly project finance or M&A, and how it applies to solar project financing.', 'Your familiarity with renewable energy regulations, RECs, and real estate due diligence for solar sites.', 'Your ability to work independently in a remote environment and partner with business teams to close deals.', "Your enthusiasm for Solar Landscape's mission of transforming rooftops for community solar and reducing carbon footprints."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read Solar Landscape's website and press releases to understand their community solar projects and impact.
  • → Learn about the specific renewable energy certificate (REC) markets in states where Solar Landscape operates.
  • → Review recent trends in solar project financing, including tax equity structures and investment tax credits.
  • → Understand the regulatory environment for community solar in key states (e.g., New Jersey, Maryland, Illinois).

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through a time you handled a complex project finance transaction or M&A deal. What was your role?
2 How do you approach due diligence on real estate for a solar project? What title or survey issues have you encountered?
3 Describe your experience with entity formation and compliance filings across different states. How do you stay updated on regulatory changes?
4 How would you partner with a Business Development team to structure a deal while managing legal risks?
5 Why are you interested in renewable energy law, and what draws you to Solar Landscape specifically?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't submit a generic cover letter; fail to mention why you're interested in renewable energy or this specific company.
  • Don't overlook the real estate due diligence aspect; candidates who focus only on corporate law may seem mismatched.
  • Don't ignore the remote nature of the role; failing to demonstrate self-motivation and remote work experience can be a red flag.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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