This position plays a key role in supporting trading and commercial activities, contract lifecycle management, and risk mitigation, while enabling the business to execute efficiently and in compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Trading Legal Support
Draft, review, and negotiate commodity trading agreements, including
EEI Agreements
ISDA Agreements
WSPP Agreements
Advise on trading-related matters, credit and collateral provisions, and risk allocation structures.
Support Energy Management and Commercial teams on transaction structuring and dispute resolution.
Operations & Project Support
Draft, negotiate and offer solutions-oriented advice on a broad range of operational and project agreements, including:
Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and task/work orders
Operations & Maintenance (O&M) agreements
Equipment supply and turbine agreements
Transmission and interconnection agreements (e.g., LGIAs, TSAs)
Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
Land leases and site-related agreements
Advise on operational issues such as warranty claims, contractor performance, landowner concerns, and offtaker disputes.
Corporate & Business Support Agreements
Draft, review, and manage high-volume, business-critical agreements, including:
Non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements (NDAs)
Master service and supply agreements
Vendor, consulting, and procurement agreements
Provide practical, responsive legal support for internal clients to enable timely business execution.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Compliance
Partner with internal stakeholders including Finance, Tax, Accounting, Insurance, and Supply Chain to ensure:
Contract alignment with commercial objectives
Compliance with internal policies and risk frameworks
Balance speed to execution with appropriate legal and governance controls.
Risk Management & Legal Guidance
Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and operational risks, including indemnities, liabilities, and insurance requirements.
Provide clear, actionable legal advice on complex and fast-moving operational matters.
Exercise independent judgment in approving contracts and managing legal workflows.
Qualifications
Qualifications & Experience
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active license to practice law
7–10+ years of legal experience, preferably in the energy or commodities sector
Demonstrated experience with
Commodity trading agreements (EEI, ISDA, WSPP)
Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
Supporting operations and supply chain functions
Strong understanding of contractual risk allocation, including indemnities and liability structures
Core Competencies
Strong commercial acumen and business judgment
Ability to manage high-volume workloads and competing priorities effectively
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
Practical, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to operate independently
High attention to detail and strong analytical/problem-solving skills
Why This Role
This role offers the opportunity to operate at the intersection of legal, commercial, and operational functions within a dynamic energy environment. You will serve as a trusted advisor to key business teams, helping to drive execution while managing risk and supporting strategic objectives.
The expected starting pay range for this role is $200,000 - $240,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.
Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#LI-MK1 #LI-Hybrid
