Own and optimize the legal department's tech stack and vendor relationships, manage corporate compliance and entity onboarding, oversee outside counsel invoicing, build legal spend and KPI reporting, lead cross-functional workflow improvements, manage legal holds and document retention, and create SOPs, playbooks, and training for the legal team.
Who We Are
CleanCapital is a leading independent power producer focused on distributed clean energy, including middle-market solar and energy storage. The company develops, builds, owns, operates, and invests in clean energy assets across the U.S. Leveraging over a decade of clean energy expertise and over $1.5 billion in investments, CleanCapital has built a diverse portfolio of operating assets and a growing project pipeline. By combining institutional capital with in-house expertise and regional development partnerships, CleanCapital delivers economically sound projects that drive more clean megawatts to the grid, solidifying energy dominance in the U.S.
Location of Position
This position is based in our NYC office with a commitment to a minimum of 2 in-office days.
What We Offer
CleanCapital is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workforce reflective of our community while also valuing each persons’ unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CleanCapital does not discriminate against any individual’s race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or nationality and is committed to promoting a more just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions.
Position Summary
Education Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Conditions
If working remotely, your work environment is what you make of it, however CleanCapital encourages everyone to have a dedicated workspace that, for the most part, can be free of distractions. If working in one of our Corporate Offices, the work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
CleanCapital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
CleanCapital is a leading independent power producer focused on distributed clean energy, including middle-market solar and energy storage. The company develops, builds, owns, operates, and invests in clean energy assets across the U.S. Leveraging over a decade of clean energy expertise and over $1.5 billion in investments, CleanCapital has built a diverse portfolio of operating assets and a growing project pipeline. By combining institutional capital with in-house expertise and regional development partnerships, CleanCapital delivers economically sound projects that drive more clean megawatts to the grid, solidifying energy dominance in the U.S.
Location of Position
This position is based in our NYC office with a commitment to a minimum of 2 in-office days.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
- Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
- Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
- 100% paid for single and family benefits plus 401k matching program
- The range for this position is $102,000-138,000 plus an annual performance-based bonus
CleanCapital is committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workforce reflective of our community while also valuing each persons’ unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CleanCapital does not discriminate against any individual’s race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or nationality and is committed to promoting a more just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions.
Position Summary
- We are looking for Legal Operations Manager to join our in-house legal team in New York City. Reporting to the General Counsel, this person will own the systems, processes, and vendor relationships that keep the legal department running efficiently. This is a high-impact individual contributor role. Our ideal candidate is forward-thinking and actively integrates AI tools into their daily professional routine.
Core Responsibilities
- Own the legal department’s technology stack, including contract lifecycle management (CLM), e-billing, matter management, and document management systems
- Own corporate compliance and entity management, including by interfacing with registered agent to onboard entities and keep them in good standing
- Assist with outside counsel management including invoice routing and review
- Build and maintain reporting for legal spend, matter status, and KPIs; present findings to General Counsel
- Lead cross-functional projects to improve legal workflow efficiency, including intake, contract routing, and approval processes
- Manage legal holds and coordinate with IT and records management on document retention policy
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard legal technology vendors; manage renewals and contract terms
- Create and maintain standard operating procedures, playbooks, and training materials for the legal team
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Proven AI literacy, including understanding AI strengths, limitations, and ethical considerations. Experience with Harvey AI a plus.
- 3–6 years of experience in legal operations or law firm practice management
- Strong analytical skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to influence stakeholders at all levels and communicate confidently with c-suite level management.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
- Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Excellence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Conditions
If working remotely, your work environment is what you make of it, however CleanCapital encourages everyone to have a dedicated workspace that, for the most part, can be free of distractions. If working in one of our Corporate Offices, the work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
CleanCapital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
CleanCapital New York, New York, USA Office
228 Park Ave S, New York, NY, United States, 10003-1502
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