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• Summary: At AES, we’re accelerating the future of energy, together, while transforming the customer experience and delivering unique customer products and solutions. As a leading innovator in the renewable energy sector, AES is committed to driving sustainable energy solutions worldwide as a partner of choice. We are seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a wide range of supplier contracts in close partnership with our strategic sourcing team and other key business leaders. This role is pivotal in supporting our renewable energy purchasing efforts, ensuring legal compliance, and optimizing our supply chain operations. Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex supplier contracts for renewable energy components, including but not limited to solar modules, batteries, inverters, and high-voltage equipment.

• Collaborate with the strategic sourcing team to identify and mitigate legal risks associated with procurement and supply chain management.

• Provide legal advice on contract interpretation, enforcement, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

• Develop and implement best practices for contract management and procurement processes.

• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and advancements in renewable energy technologies and help to ensure that relevant knowledge is transferred to others on the team.

• Manage and resolve legal disputes related to supplier contracts.

• Travel up to 50% Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the state bar.

• Minimum 5 + years of experience in supply chain procurement, specifically within the energy infrastructure / renewable energy sectors.

• Proven track record of successfully drafting and negotiating supplier contracts.

• Strong understanding of the legal aspects of procurement and supply chain management.

• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Accelerating the future of energy, together

Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action.

We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other.

We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy.

Are you ready to join us? www.aes.com/careers