Company Profile

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more 1,000 member companies and 255,000 Americans working across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal level, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry.

SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders that start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA values diversity and fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that celebrates team success. The association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named by the Nonprofit Times as one of the “Best Nonprofits to Work For” in America in April 2022.

Position Summary

SEIA seeks an attorney with two to five years of experience to join the General Counsel’s office. The Assistant General Counsel represents the trade association and its members to advance compliance, policy goals, and programs.

The attorney will support SEIA’s legal, business development, and policy teams on matters related to association governance, antitrust, contracts and partnership agreements, and other in-house legal matters. The attorney will also help manage SEIA’s consumer protection initiatives at the membership, state, and federal levels. The position reports to the Deputy General Counsel and works closely with the General Counsel

Core Duties & Responsibilities

• Represent SEIA and support SEIA policy teams regarding consumer protection matters before regulatory and enforcement agencies and legislatures.
• Develop and maintain collateral and programs to help members understand and comply with consumer protection laws and regulations.
• Produce written materials (regulatory filings, comments for submission, memos, fact sheets, talking points) in support of SEIA’s advocacy and regulatory efforts.
• Advise SEIA departments, including SEIA’s operations, research, communications, state policy, and business development teams, on legal matters ranging from antitrust to board governance.
• Communicate with SEIA members, organize committee and working group activities, and respond to member company inquiries.

Professional Experience, Education & Other Qualifications

• A law degree from an accredited law school; admitted to practice before a state bar association. 2-5 years of experience of in-house, public policy, or regulatory experience.
• Experience with consumer protection matters, such as UDAAP, telemarketing, consumer finance, and residential contractors.
• Experience as in-house counsel in a generalist role.
• An open-minded and creative approach to regulatory advocacy, with coalition-building skills to leverage like-minded organizations and situational allies.
• The ability to work directly with SEIA members, with excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent written communication skills and the proven ability to draft rulemaking or other comments on behalf of a client.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment.
• A strong work ethic and cheerful customer-service attitude in order to thrive in our fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Working Conditions

• SEIA employees in the Washington, D.C. region follow a hybrid remote and in-person office model.

Compensation Range

$110,000 - $125,000 annually, based on experience, and excellent benefits package.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirement to [email protected] with the subject “2023 Assistant General Counsel.” Submissions that are in the form of a single Word or PDF document facilitate review and are preferred.

Please name all files using the following format: "[name]_[document title]_SEIA." No calls please; direct applicants only, no search or placement firms.

Working at SEIA

SEIA values diversity, inclusion and equity within our organization and the promotion of these values across the solar industry. We strive to welcome different perspectives, identities, and backgrounds, regardless of job function in order to create a more resilient organization that supports a strong, equitable solar industry. SEIA envisions an industry that is committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity. We aim to achieve this by encouraging openness and transparency about diversity issues and progress. We will develop strategies, programs, and tools that seek to equalize opportunities within SEIA and allow for discussing and sharing best practices within the solar industry.

SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.