Job Description

Counsel

Location: Headquarter office (Old Saybrook, CT) preferred; hybrid work considered

Telyon is seeking an experienced Counsel with construction or financing background to partner closely with leadership on commercial, project, and corporate legal matters. This attorney will take a lead role in negotiations, advise business teams, and support complex project financings and renewable energy transactions as Telyon continues to scale.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead drafting and negotiation of EPC, O&M, customer, development, supply, and related agreements.
• Advise internal teams on structuring deals, allocating risk, and interpreting contract provisions.
• Oversee legal aspects of project financing transactions and diligence.
• Review, oversee, and advise on finance-related documents including credit agreements, security documents, guarantees, investor materials, and other transaction-level financial documentation in partnership with internal finance leadership.
• Develop contract templates and legal processes that support growth and consistency.
• Advise on regulatory considerations related to renewable energy projects.
• Manage outside counsel efficiently and strategically.
• Serve as a trusted legal partner to project management, engineering, procurement, development, and finance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5-6+ years of legal experience with demonstrated experience in:
• project financing
• renewable energy transactions
• construction and/or complex commercial contracting
• Proven ability to negotiate independently and counsel business partners.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and business-minded problem solving.
• In-house or fast-paced growth-environment experience preferred.

These duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work expected to be performed by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of duties. Other responsibilities can and will be assigned based on the growth and direction of the business.

Telyon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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