Associate, Legal Operations

ABOUT AVANTUS

Avantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a global reality. Our legacy of leadership in next generation solar energy includes developing one of the nation's largest solar clusters and one of the first projects to beat fossil fuel prices back in 2016. Today, we are expanding the boundaries of existing technologies to build one of the largest portfolios of smart power plants with integrated storage, capable of providing millions of people with affordable, zero-emission energy - day and night. Through our relentless pursuit of better, we are decarbonizing our planet at the gigaton level, and bringing the advantages of clean energy to all of us.

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for a Legal Operations Associate position. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound industry knowledge, superior communications, and detail-oriented organizational skills. This role reports to the Associate General Counsel, Real Estate.

The Legal Operations Associate will provide legal operations administrative support across multiple cross-functional teams and contract lifecycle management and administration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the full contract management life cycle - from intake and drafting through negotiation, execution, and post-signature tracking.
• Draft, redline, and review a variety of commercial agreements, including but not limited to : Master Services Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders (Legal, Risk, IT, Business Units) to understand needs, communicate risks, and ensure smooth contract execution.
• Maintain organized records and support contract version control, status tracking, and key date monitoring.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including playbook development, process enhancements, and future implementation of contract management tools
• Educate stakeholders on contracting standards, approval workflows, and policy requirements
• Adopt and apply contracting best practices to enhance operational efficiency, reduce risk, and drive - consistency - ensuring all activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulatory requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

NICE TO HAVES

Avantus offers competitive compensation with an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) matching; comprehensive medical and dental plan options; and flexible PTO. We are an equal-opportunity employer.

The base salary range for this full-time position is listed below (plus bonus and benefits). Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position in California. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the applicable location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus and benefits.

Pay Range

$69,568-$101,317 USD