Transaction Counsel

DEPARTMENT:   LEGAL

REPORTS TO:     GENERAL COUNSEL

LOCATION: HYBRID (REMOTE AND ONSITE IN VIENNA, VA)

SCHEDULE: DAYS A WEEK FROM HOME AND 3 DAYS A WEEK ONSITE (9AM – 5PM)

Overview
: SolaREIT's mission is to acquire, develop, & manage climate-friendly solar and storage assets that support the transformation to a low-carbon economy. We are looking for an individual passionate about renewable energy to join our close-knit, dynamic team who is excited by a high-growth opportunity with a well-funded and rapidly growing organization.

The Transaction Counsel will have the unique opportunity to work with SolaREIT's partners to close deals and support the deployment of renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate for this position will be detail-oriented, possess exceptional prioritization skills, and demonstrate a positive, results-driven attitude aligned with a strong commitment to achieving goals. The Transaction Counsel is responsible for working with internal and external stakeholders to draft, review, and deliver leases, purchase and sale agreements, loan agreements and other documents on time, forming and maintaining excellent relationships with solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) developers, outside counsel and title companies. We are seeking an individual with experience in real estate and renewable energy development.

What We Offer
: Come work with the best in the business Our team has over 300 years of collective experience in the renewable industry. We are a close-knit group, and our culture is work hard/play hard, innovative, and highly collaborative. Every team member is integral in creating and building the future of our company and brand.

· Fantastic team environment with the opportunity to work with a group of highly experienced professionals.

· Competitive benefits, flexible hybrid schedule, and 401k matching program.

· Competitive Salary + bonus.

Core Job Responsibilities
:

· Draft, review and negotiate documents related to solar and battery energy storage real estate transactions, including leases, easements, and purchase agreements.

· Negotiate favorable and commercially reasonable terms and conditions in Purchase and Sales agreements and Leases, reflecting the company's interests while mitigating risks.

· Support due diligence processes for acquisitions.

· Collaborate with internal teams, outside counsel, and various stakeholders to ensure proper coordination on deals.

· Support and advise the Company's Business Development team in its efforts to provide a quick, efficient, and friction-less experience to our customers.

· Develop and update legal templates, policies, and procedures to streamline processes and maintain compliance.

· Provide legal support and guidance to other departments within the organization, including finance and asset management, as needed.

· Support other legal projects on an ad hoc basis.

Qualifications
: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You Need to be Successful
:

· 5+ years of relevant experience working in real estate transactions with a focus on solar or BESS, both for US projects under US law.

· Strong analytical skills.

· Demonstrated proficiency and success driving origination processes.

· Demonstrated efficient management of legal documents, with on time delivery.

· JD or LLM from an accredited law school.

· Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

· High level of proficiency with Office 365.

Behavioral/Cultural Skills
:

· A collaborative team player who is driven and enthusiastic about building a company and brand that is ready and capable to scale.

· Possesses the vision and determination to make SolaREIT the industry leader in clean energy real estate financing.

· Ability to define issues, analyze problems, assess risk, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound conclusions.

· Exceptional interpersonal skills to encourage the internal team and external stakeholders to move projects forward, offering creative solutions and a collaborative approach to problem solving.

· Demonstrated ability to work independently; self-starting work ethic with an ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

· Exceptional attention to detail.

· Proven ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.

· Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and stakeholders.

· Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

· Commitment to providing high quality client service.

Apply:
To apply, send your resume and a cover letter to by 11/15/2025

About SolaREIT
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SolaREIT, based in Virginia, is an innovative real estate company focused on delivering financing solutions for solar and battery energy storage developers. SolaREIT, a minority and women-owned business, was founded in 2020 as a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) by clean energy industry veterans with a proven track record in finance, project development, real estate, and community solar. The team is passionate about renewable energy and believes that solar and battery energy storage land financing plays a critical role in expanding the clean energy economy.