Assistant General Counsel - Real Estate Law

RWE AG

Austin, TX, US
Base: $185,000 - $212,000; bonus/equity: eligible ...
On-site
Real estate legal support
Renewable energy project development
Lease and easement negotiation
This role provides proactive, business-oriented legal counsel on real estate aspects of renewable energy projects from initial site control through commercial operations

Job Summary

  • This role provides proactive, business-oriented legal counsel on real estate aspects of renewable energy projects from initial site control through commercial operations.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, and paid time off.
  • The role requires collaboration with multiple internal teams and external partners to ensure timely achievement of critical real estate and permitting milestones.

Matching Summary

This role provides proactive, business-oriented legal counsel on real estate aspects of renewable energy projects from initial site control through commercial operations.

Salary

Base: $185,000 - $212,000; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for short-term incentives; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k) match, Paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Real estate legal support
  • Renewable energy project development
  • Lease and easement negotiation
  • Title and survey due diligence
  • Permitting and zoning oversight
  • Project risk management
  • Cross-functional team coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Mentorship of junior attorneys
  • Adaptability in fast-paced environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and resourcefulness
  • Practical business-oriented legal counsel
  • Experience with energy transmission and interconnection

Key Requirements

  • J.D. degree from U.S. university
  • Admission to U.S. state bar
  • Minimum 6 years real estate legal experience
  • Experience in renewable energy real estate law
  • Legal knowledge of BESS, solar, and wind permitting
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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