This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

• Manage the company’s legal framework, corporate documentation, board resolutions, and shareholder issues.

• Ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations (corporate, securities, environmental, privacy, employment, antitrust).

• Draft, revise, and implement internal policies to fulfill legal requirements.

• Provide guidance on suitable insurance coverage and handle claims management.

• Direct legal responses during emergencies, such as data breaches, service disruptions, SLA violations, and on-site incidents.

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering objective and practical legal counsel.

• Assist in preparing for Board of Directors meetings, including agendas and materials, while advising on fiduciary responsibilities.

• Spearhead legal strategies for site and land acquisition, zoning, permitting, and entitlements.

• Draft and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, ground leases, build-to-suit leases, easements, and joint venture contracts.

• Oversee title inspections, boundary disputes, and environmental evaluations.

• Structure and negotiate lease agreements for hyperscale data centers, MSAs, and SLAs.

• Ensure compliance with data privacy, cybersecurity, and operational risk standards.

• Facilitate customer onboarding and manage the contract lifecycle effectively.

• Provide advice on power procurement strategies, including PPAs, utility interconnection agreements, and take-or-pay clauses.

• Assess and structure on-site generation projects (solar, battery storage, microgrids) and renewable energy co-location.

• Navigate regulatory landscapes concerning energy tariffs, grid reliability, and sustainability reports.

• Lead due diligence and execution processes for mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.

• Support financing efforts, including construction loans, recapitalizations, and structured transactions.

• Oversee corporate governance, board activities, and investor relations.

• J.D. from an accredited law school; must be admitted to practice and in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.

• Over 10 years of extensive legal experience, preferably including roles as in-house General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel.

• Demonstrated expertise in data center leasing transactions, land acquisition, and real estate development.

• In-depth understanding of corporate governance, commercial agreements, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience in energy strategy, utility contracts, and large-scale development projects is highly preferred.

• Excellent negotiation skills and capability to handle complex, high-value transactions.

• Exceptional business insight with the ability to weigh legal risks against commercial objectives.

• Proven track record of establishing and expanding legal and compliance programs within a growth-focused organization.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: We cover 90% of health premiums for employees and their dependents.

• Generous Time Off: Up to 8 weeks of paid time off annually, including holidays, PTO, and sick leave.

• Financial Security: 401(k) plan with immediate eligibility, no vesting requirement, and employer matching contributions up to 6%.

• Recognition & Rewards: Annual bonus program to share in our success.

• Extra Support: Remote work stipend plus phone allowance to help you stay connected.

General Counsel

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