Job Description

Position Overview

Guzman Energy is seeking a talented attorney with 2-5 years of experience to join our legal team in Denver. The ideal candidate will have a background in energy, regulatory law (state utility commission, FERC), and/or commercial negotiations. This role will work closely with our commercial teams to support corporate, business development, transactional, and regulatory compliance efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support to the commercial team throughout deal negotiation and execution
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and Power Sales Agreements (PSAs)
• Coordinate the company’s compliance program (including state, NERC, FERC, operational, legal, financial, and HR requirements) with subject-matter support from applicable corporate departments
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Assist with dispute resolution and contract administration
• Support regulatory filings and proceedings
• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on energy market developments including SPP-West, CAISO-EDAM and others
• Facilitate and oversee outside counsel
• Work with internal business and operations teams to improve contracting processes and management, including developing internal policies regarding the same.

Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• 2+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in energy, regulatory, or commercial transactions
• Active Colorado bar license or eligibility to obtain single client counsel certification
• Strong understanding of contract law and commercial principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superior attention to detail and analytical abilities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Prior experience with renewable energy transactions
• Familiarity with distribution utilities in the western United States
• Experience with FERC and State Energy regulations and proceedings
• Background in project finance or energy development
• Knowledge of environmental attributes and renewable energy credits

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Opportunity to shape the future of energy in the western US
• Professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance

Guzman is an equal opportunity employer and hires without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, citizenship, national origin, marital, military, and veteran status, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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