Transactional Paralegal

The Company

Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us.

The Role

Cypress Creek is currently seeking a transactional paralegal to join the Company’s legal team. This individual will be responsible for providing legal support for project finance and M&A transactions and procurement contracts.  The position will report directly to a Senior Counsel.  The candidate is expected to work out of one of Company’s offices, but applicants with significant experience and exceptional recommendations can be considered for remote work arrangements.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide lawyers with assistance in the preparation for and closing of various corporate transactions, including corporate and project financings and M&A transactions.
• Assist attorneys in the review and drafting of various legal documents including disclosure schedules, certificates, resolutions and other ancillary documents.
• Manage closing checklists.
• Manage transaction files and prepare closing sets.
• Coordinate diligence efforts on both project finance and M&A transactions, working closely with the company’s finance and development teams.
• Obtain lien and litigation searches. Assist lawyers in the preparation and filing of UCC filings and handle UCC filing search requests in all states.  File documents necessary to perfect a secured loan transaction.
• Conduct research on a variety of topics.
• Assist lawyers with preparing compliance checklists for ongoing transaction obligations

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree
• 2 years of paralegal experience, preferably in a large law firm setting or an in-house legal department
• Experience with transactional paralegal work, preferably finance or M&A
• Strong work ethic and ability to self-start in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Desire to take on responsibility
• Ability to work with little supervision and to seek help when needed

Locations: Preference to be based in an East Coast location: Durham, NC, Asheville, NC, Washington DC or NYC.

Benefits:

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement
• Company Swag

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team. 

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.