In-House General Counsel (REMOTE)
Burnett Specialists
Humble, TX(remote)
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Humble, TX
POSTED
25 days ago
In-House Counsel | Remote (Houston Preferred)
A growing organization in the solar manufacturing and energy supply chain sector is seeking an In-House Counsel to support legal operations related to commercial contracting, trade compliance, and supply chain traceability. This role will primarily report to the Legal Director and partner with the General Counsel on select matters.
The position plays a key role in managing U.S. forced labor compliance and import traceability requirements tied to solar module manufacturing and distribution.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and maintain supply chain traceability documentation, including requirements under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) and related enforcement frameworks
Interface directly with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regarding cargo detentions, examinations, or enforcement actions
Prepare and submit traceability documentation and coordinate the release of detained merchandise
Advise internal teams on CBP standards and best practices for traceability documentation and compliance
Support domestic content, FEOC, and tax credit certification requirements
Review and negotiate commercial agreements including MSAs, supply agreements, purchase orders, NDAs, and logistics contracts
Provide guidance on solar manufacturing, supply chain, and distribution matters
Support trade and import compliance matters including tariffs, AD/CVD, and Section 301 issues
Manage routine legal matters and coordinate with outside counsel as needed
Qualifications
Juris Doctor and active U.S. bar admission required
Approximately 3+ years of legal experience
Experience in solar manufacturing or energy supply chain environments required
Strong knowledge of UFLPA compliance and forced labor regulations
Familiarity with CBP documentation standards and supply chain traceability requirements
Experience handling CBP detentions or import compliance matters strongly preferred
Mandarin proficiency is a plus but not required
Intellectual Property experience is a plus but not required
Compensation
$200K range + bonus eligibility and full benefits
Location
Remote role, with preference for candidates located in Houston, Texas
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