Asset Protection Attorney Jobs in Boca Raton, FL

Company Overview:

MN8 Energy is one of the largest independent solar energy and energy storage owner-operators in the U.S., serving enterprise customers with clean energy and complementary solutions, such as battery storage and EV charging, to enable an electrified, decarbonized world. Originally founded inside of Goldman Sachs in 2017, our fleet has grown to nearly 4 gigawatts of solar, including 850 projects across 28 states, and over 270 megawatts of battery storage projects. MN8 is headquartered in New York with offices in Dallas, Boca Raton, and Madrid.

Position Overview:

MN8 Energy is seeking a highly versatile, business-minded attorney to join its in-house legal team. This role is ideal for a “Swiss army knife” lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, deal-oriented environment and enjoys working across a broad range of commercial and project-related matters.

The Commercial Counsel will support the negotiation and execution of complex transactions, with a primary focus on drafting, reviewing, and managing commercial agreements across MN8’s portfolio. This role partners closely with business, finance, and operations teams to enable efficient deal execution while mitigating legal and commercial risk.

As the Commercial Counsel, you will:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including: EPC, O&M, master supply, procurement, and services agreements, as well as PPAs, leases, and easements
• Support construction, asset management, and operational matters across a diverse portfolio of renewable energy assets
• Partner cross-functionally with business, finance, and operations teams to drive transactions forward and enable execution against strategic priorities
• Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks while maintaining a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach
• Independently manage discrete components of transactions, including leading negotiations on assigned workstreams
• Support the preparation and delivery of key contractual notices, including force majeure notices, breach notices, and warranty claims
• Assist with due diligence activities, contract management, and internal process improvements
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of legal processes, templates, and playbooks to support scale and efficiency

What We’re Looking For:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for admission) in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 2–5 years of relevant legal experience within a law firm and/or in-house legal department
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements; experience in renewable energy or infrastructure is preferred
• Strong issue-spotting skills with the ability to review and mark up agreements efficiently (including NDAs under tight timelines)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Strong business judgment with a pragmatic and solutions-driven mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while also operating independently
• High attention to detail with strong organizational capabilities
• A strong desire to learn, grow professionally, and take on increasing responsibility

How we set you up for success:

At MN8, we know our most valuable resource is our people. That’s why we offer the following benefits. By investing in you, we know we are investing in the clean energy of tomorrow.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance beginning the 1st of the month following your date of hire
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• 401(k) with competitive employer match
• Parental leave

MN8 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.