Job Description:
Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contacts
Onsite: Primary locations are Nashville, TN and Fremont, CA; remote arrangements may also be considered.
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel, Commercial Contracts - based in Nashville, TN, Fremont, CA or remote, to serve as a strategic legal partner to our business leadership team. In this highly visible role, you will provide pragmatic, solutions-oriented counsel on complex commercial transactions, draft and negotiate key agreements, and help drive sound risk management across the organization.
The ideal candidate brings deep commercial contracts experience, strong executive presence, and the ability to operate as a hands-on legal generalist in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS
Integrating and partnering with the business unit leadership team, providing sound legal advice and risk mitigation measures to ensure successful business outcomes
Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and ancillary agreements
Support, build positive relationships with, and provide authoritative legal guidance to the legal commercial team as well as other internal business teams.
Work collaboratively to identify and implement process improvements and support updates to internal playbooks and templates
Manage and meet internal SLAs, and help juggle priorities in a fast-moving environment
Own specific legal projects and develop subject matter expertise regarding legal issues faced by the customer contracts team and internal business partners
Reviewing solicitations, strategizing approaches for responding, drafting sections addressing particularly legal topics
Selecting and managing outside when needed
Assisting commercial contracts personnel with complex or risk-sensitive terms and conditions, such as limiting liability, indemnification, and grounds for termination.
Participating in and contributing to Legal Department discussions on corporate-wide topics, policies, and procedures
Participating in and contributing to Legal Department updates on changing laws and regulations and other continuing education
Juris Doctorate from an accredited Law School.
Licensed to practice law in the United States and active membership in at least one state bar
Minimum of 6–8 years of legal experience; experience may include a combination of law firm and in-house legal roles.
Experience advising executive clients on business and transactional matters (contracts, agreements, business strategy)
Demonstrated leadership ability, preferably as a counsel for a business segment of a technology-driven company.
Ability to perform the role of hands-on legal generalist.
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced and complex organizational structure
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to analyze complex issues and provide recommendations in an executive-worthy manner
Ability to develop strong client relationships while maintaining an independence appropriate to a compliance function
Strong communication skills (written and oral).
Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at www.Nextpower.com
Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related reasons. For candidates located in California, the annual salary range for this position is $175,000.00 to $200,000.00. Compensation ranges for other locations, including Tennessee, may differ based on the applicable market.
At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.
Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We are Nextpower
Nextpower is a utility-scale solar energy company specializing in Electrical Balance of System (eBOS) solutions. The company designs and manufactures eBOS products that serve the renewable energy sector, supporting projects through pre-installation, installation, commissioning, and operational phases. Nextpower partners with Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) firms, developers, owners, and operators to deliver optimized electrical solutions that improve project constructability and performance. The company focuses on reliability engineering, field performance analysis, and long-term operational support for utility-scale solar installations.
