SANTA BARBARA Legal and Title, Senior Analyst CA 93105

What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, you will advance renewable energy projects that contribute to a lower-carbon future. As a member of ENGIE's Legal team, you will play a key role in managing real estate title matters that support the development, financing, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects across North America.

Working closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers, you will evaluate title risks, support project transactions, and secure the property rights necessary for the successful development and operation of renewable energy assets. Your work will directly contribute to the advancement of critical energy infrastructure by identifying, resolving, and mitigating title-related challenges across a growing portfolio of projects.

Success in this role requires analytical judgment, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively across legal, development, land, financing, and project execution teams.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate with developers, title companies, and project stakeholders to obtain title commitments, review ownership and legal descriptions, and support the issuance of title insurance policies for utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects
• Review and analyze title commitments, pro forma title policies, and related documentation to identify title exceptions, coverage requirements, risks, and curative actions supporting project development, financing, and construction activities
• Lead title curative efforts by preparing, negotiating, and tracking subordinations, non-disturbance agreements, affidavits, crossing agreements, construction consents, and other instruments required to secure acceptable title coverage
• Evaluate mineral ownership, subsurface rights, and related interests while coordinating with title partners, mineral owners, operators, and other stakeholders to support project development and risk mitigation efforts
• Request, review, and manage ALTA surveys, plats, easements, access agreements, and utility-related documentation while ensuring alignment with project, financing, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain project records, reporting tools, and tracking mechanisms to monitor title requirements, survey matters, curative activities, and project milestones across multiple projects and jurisdictions
• Collaborate with internal Legal, Land, Development, Engineering, Construction, and Finance teams, as well as external advisors and stakeholders, to resolve title-related matters and support successful project execution
• Support project transactions, land acquisitions, financing activities, and interconnection requirements by identifying and resolving real estate title issues impacting project development, construction, and long-term operations

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Legal Studies, Land Administration, Paralegal Studies, or a related field
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in real estate, title insurance, land administration, or a related discipline, including experience supporting renewable energy title transactions, construction consents, and project development activities
• Experience reviewing title commitments, title policies, legal descriptions, easements, and related real property documentation supporting project development, financing, construction, or operations
• Knowledge of title curative processes, title insurance requirements, ALTA survey standards, mineral ownership considerations, and real estate risk mitigation practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, with the ability to organize, analyze, and manage large volumes of project and title-related data
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• Effective collaboration, communication, and organizational skills, with the flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and project requirements

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy however; it is not eligible for fully remote work
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 20% of the time
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $88,000 – $136,045 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full-time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.  We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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