Paralegal, Trade & Policy
T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy. The Role T1 Energy is looking to hire a Paralegal, Trade & Policy, to support the company's growing legal, trade, compliance, and policy initiatives. This role will focus on international trade law, customs compliance, and regulatory policy affecting renewable energy manufacturing and supply chains. Working closely with the Chief Legal & Policy Officer, Trade & Policy Counsel, internal stakeholders, and outside counsel, the paralegal will work in evolving trade frameworks, managing regulatory risk, and supporting policy initiatives that advance T1's strategic goals. This role sits at the intersection of law, policy, and advanced manufacturing, helping ensure T1 operates effectively within the complex regulatory environment shaping the global energy transition.
What You'll Do
Support legal and strategic initiatives related to international trade, including antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) matters, safeguard actions, and trade remedy proceedings. Assist with work on customs compliance, including classification, valuation, and trade remedy proceedings. Support compliance with forced labor regulations, including obligations under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to energy policy, trade policy, and manufacturing incentives. Support development and maintenance of internal compliance programs related to customs, trade, supply chain, diligence, and ethics. Support legal policy matters related to renewable energy incentives, including Sections 45X and 48E. Support the development of policy positions, public comments, and regulatory strategies affecting the renewable energy manufacturing sector. Partner with cross-functional teams across legal, supply chain, operations, and investor relations to ensure alignment on regulatory and compliance matters. Who You Are Business-minded and comfortable working at the intersection of law, policy, and operations. Able to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and translate them into practical guidance for business leaders. Highly organized and capable of managing multiple legal and policy work streams simultaneously. Collaborative and effective working across internal teams and external stakeholders. A clear communicator who can identify issues and work with senior leadership to craft solutions. Qualifications 5+ years of experience, including work in trade, compliance, or regulatory law. Understanding of U.S. trade policy, customs law, and compliance frameworks affecting manufacturing and global supply chains. Experience working on AD/CVD proceedings, trade remedies, or UFLPA compliance. Familiarity with renewable energy policy and advanced manufacturing incentives, including Sections 45X and 48E. Ability to coordinate complex legal and policy work streams with internal teams and external advisors. Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail. The T1 Way We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don't tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that's not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you'll fit right in. T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.