Associate Corporate Counsel

About Fervo Energy

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.

Position Description

Responsibilities

 

Legal Rotations

• Complete two one-year rotations across core Legal practice areas, including Commercial Contracts, Construction, Corporate Governance & Securities, Finance, Land & Regulatory, Power Markets, Litigation & Compliance, and other areas as business needs evolve.

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and correspondence specific to the embedded business unit.

• Manage discrete legal matters from intake through resolution under the supervision of experienced attorneys.

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, summaries, presentations, and other work product to support business decisions.

• Assist with commercial transactions, strategic initiatives, and legal projects supporting Fervo's continued growth.

• Participate in internal discussions regarding legal risk assessment and practical business solutions.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner closely with teams across Commercial Contracts, Construction, Corporate Governance & Securities, Finance, Land & Regulatory, Power Markets, Litigation & Compliance functions.

• Provide practical, business-focused legal guidance while balancing commercial objectives and legal risk.

• Attend cross-functional meetings and help identify legal considerations early in project planning.

• Build strong relationships and subject-matter depth across the organization to better understand Fervo's business and operational priorities.

Professional Development

• Receive ongoing mentorship from both a rotation manager and a senior Legal sponsor.

• Participate in regular coaching, performance feedback, and career development discussions.

• Pursue relevant CLE courses and other professional development opportunities.

• Develop the technical, business, and leadership skills necessary to become a successful in-house attorney.

• Build toward a permanent Legal role at Fervo upon successful completion of the program.

 

Qualifications

Required

 

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Texas Bar admission is not required upon hire).

• 1–3 years of legal experience following law school.

• Excellent legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Demonstrated curiosity, ownership, sound judgment, and a desire to learn.

• Cover letter and writing sample required. Applications submitted without a cover letter and writing sample will not be considered.

 

Preferred

 

• Experience in a law firm, in-house legal department, or judicial clerkship.

• Exposure to commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory, real estate, project finance, or other transactional legal matters.

• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy, climate technology, or the energy transition.

 

Location

Benefits & Perks

• Fervo offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible employees include:
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• A 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar company match
• Flexible paid time off and paid parental leave
• Family-building, fertility, hormonal health, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting support through Carrot
• A dependent care FSA for eligible child and elder care expenses
• An annual Lifestyle Spending Account for eligible wellness expenses, including fitness, financial planning, pet insurance, and pet care
• Employee ownership opportunities through Fervo’s Employee Stock Purchase Program, as well as stock option grants and bonus opportunities for eligible roles

Benefits and programs are subject to eligibility requirements and may change.

Our Workplace

Fervo Energy highly values having employees work in the office to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. This role follows a hybrid schedule, with team members expected to work in the office three days per week. Fervo considers this in-office schedule an essential function of the role. Your recruiter can share more information about the schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fervo Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law. Fervo also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that an individual has any of these characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of these characteristics.