Legal Counsel

Canadian Solar Inc.

. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including lender facilities, intercompany services contracts, procurement and IT contracts, and parent company guarantees .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeJeffersonville • Kentucky • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial contracts while providing legal support in corporate environments. Proficient in managing legal risks and ensuring compliance with ethical standards and company policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract DraftingNegotiation of Commercial ContractsCorporate/Commercial Law ExperienceLegal Risk ManagementLicensed to Practice Law

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Hard Skills

Drafting SkillsNegotiating Financing TransactionsLegal SupportContract Dispute ResolutionLegal Policy Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Work with Sales Representatives

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyManufacturing LawFinancing LawSecurities LawProduct LiabilityCross-Border Sales

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including lender facilities, intercompany services contracts, procurement and IT contracts, and parent company guarantees
Advise on contract disputes, claims, and resolutions while preserving business relationships
Provide day-to-day legal support to the parent company and global subsidiary operations
Manage legal risk and mitigation strategies related to product liability, IP, logistics, tariffs and duties, and cross-border sales
Liaise with regional legal teams and learn the laws of other jurisdictions
Coordinate and supervise external counsel while balancing legal costs with business goals
Assist in developing legal policies, processes, and resources at the parent company level
Ensure activities meet high ethical standards and comply with Canadian Solar policies and procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–8 years of experience
Minimum of 3 years’ corporate/commercial experience
Experience in renewable energy, manufacturing, financing or securities law is a plus
Experience advising on, structuring, or negotiating financing transactions is strongly preferred
Solid academic credentials are required
Must be licensed to practice law in your jurisdiction of residence
Strong drafting skills
Experience negotiating complex commercial contracts as part of a deal team
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work with sales representatives and other highly-motivated individuals

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Fully comprehensive benefits
Performance bonus package based on annual objective achievement
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Life coverage
Disability coverage
Personal leave
Sick days
Training programs
Promotional opportunities
Flexible work options
Work-life balance support