Director and Associate General Counsel, Commercial Operations

Are you ready to build America’s energy future? Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company. We’re revolutionizing energy storage with cost-effective, multi-day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. By strengthening the electric system and reimagining what’s possible, we’re giving clean energy a whole new form!  In recent years, Form Energy has earned a number of accolades, including being named by TIME as a “Best Invention”, MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch”, and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and our team is growing just as rapidly to meet demand. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States and production of our iron-air batteries is underway at our first high-volume manufacturing facility in West Virginia. Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And now - right as we significantly scale up battery manufacturing -  might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of highly talented and driven individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better. Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Description As Form Energy transforms the grid, we are seeking a talented and experienced hands-on in-house attorney to join our growing legal team. This role reports directly to the Deputy General Counsel. You will be responsible for handling a variety of legal transactions with a focus on our business and commercial operations. You will play a central role in scaling legal support at Form Energy to the next level as we expand and grow. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator possessing strong attention to detail, energized by a wide array of day-to-day legal issues in a fast-paced environment. Relocation assistance is available.

Support commercial projects from beginning to end, from origination and site development through financing, construction, commissioning and long-term operations, coordinating with outside counsel and internal teams at each stage. Serve as a key legal point of contact to our Commercial Operations team and work closely with business partners to draft, review and negotiate a broad range of contracts, including NDAs, MOUs, battery supply agreements, master services agreements (engineering), EPC agreements, equipment specifications and warranties. Drive legal agreements to completion while working cross-functionally and soliciting input, feedback and approvals from business stakeholders as appropriate. Support an extremely fast-moving business with tight deadlines while providing diligent and exemplary work product. Own, improve and/or develop contract processes, policies, procedures and templates to allow our team to scale. Advise on and support state-level grant and incentive programs, including eligibility, applications, award agreement negotiation, and ongoing compliance and reporting obligations. Partner with Finance and Tax on tax credit matters, including structuring, qualification requirements, transfer or monetization agreements and supporting documentation. Support the development of policies, procedures, and training to support a global business. Draft, negotiate and maintain intercompany agreements, including services, licensing, supply and funding arrangements among Form Energy affiliates and project entities. Manage project-related corporate entity matters, including formation, foreign qualifications, governance, annual compliance and corporate records for