Associate Legal Counsel- Corporate & Commercial

Xpansiv is the leading infrastructure provider for the energy transition markets.

 

Our comprehensive platform includes registries, online marketplaces, market execution services, wholesale power solutions, and market data for energy and environmental commodity markets. Trusted worldwide, Xpansiv enables stakeholders to deliver transparent, credible, and auditable environmental claims to address the growing global demand for assurance and accountability on climate action and sustainability performance.

 

From our founding in 2009 through more than 10 acquisitions, Xpansiv has become a global leader in environmental commodity markets.  We are backed by Blackstone and other leading investors.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with and learn from an experienced team, both commercially and professionally, in a dynamic, next-generation global business poised for growth. The role offers an early-career lawyer in private practice the chance to move to an in-house position and to build a broad foundation in corporate and commercial work. 

 

• Assist in drafting, negotiating and advising on customer agreements, license agreements, consulting and vendor contracts, and NDAs for various business lines including market platform trading, portfolio management and data services, transaction and brokerage services, and registry infrastructure. 

• Support the team in advising on market operations including the launch of new market products, interpretation and application of market rules, customer onboarding, KYC and related anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) considerations, and market risk. 

• Provide legal support for financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions and partnerships, and assist with a range of general corporate matters including corporate governance, regulatory advice and compliance, data privacy, intellectual property, employment and consulting matters. 

 

• 1-3 years' experience in corporate and commercial law, gained in a law firm, in-house, or both. 

• Working knowledge of commercial contracting and general corporate work. 

• Admitted to practice law in the State of New York (or eligible for admission), and in good standing. 

• Minimum of 2 days a week in the New York office if living within commuting distance. 

• Excellent legal research and writing skills. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Effective communication and negotiation skills. 

• Practical and business-oriented approach. 

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with guidance from senior team members. 

• Collaborative team player with a client-focused approach. 

Step 1- Resume shortlisting & Initial screening

Step 2- 'Get to know you' Interview with the hiring manager

Step 3- Interview with the team & Key Stakeholder

 

 

 

Compensation for this role will vary among specific regions due to geographic differentials in the labor market, actual pay will be determined considering factors such as relevant skills and experience, knowledge, education and training. However, compensation range for this role is expected to be as follows:

New York- $110,000-$120,000