General Legal Counsel UK - Renewable Energy
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- England,London
- full-time
- £90,000 - £120,000 per annum
Job Description:
General Legal Counsel (UK) – Renewable Energy
Our client is a global independent power producer who generates renewable energy from wind, solar, hydro, biomass and storage projects.
Alongside originating and developing renewable energy projects, they also act as a global equipment distributor and O&M services provider.
They are now seeking an experienced General Legal Counsel, focusing on renewable energy projects in the UK and overseas.
The ideal candidate will be an English-qualified lawyer, with experience of working across renewable energy projects in the UK.
Responsibilities;
* Provide legal advice for the activities of the company, contributing to the legal and compliance risk assessment of the business in the UK.
* Provide legal support and advice to UK business lines, including managing and supervising a variety of regulatory matters, drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial agreements (land options, leases, connection agreements, PPA, EPC and O&M agreements).
* Supporting preparation and revision of documentation submission for public tenders and accompanying the IPP projects through financial close (by reviewing and drafting loan agreements, security agreements, common terms, liaising with lenders legal advisors), etc.
* Legal advice on licensing and developing IPP projects and supporting new projects’ development & new collaborations (including MOU, Collaboration Agreements, M&As etc).
* In tight coordination with the group Dev Legal Manager and the group O&S Legal Manager, create and maintain a set of template contracts and other legal documents ready for use by the teams as a basis for work, to ensure meeting group legal objectives, policies and legal & contract best practices.
* Drafting of BOD minutes and general assembly minutes of all UK companies (operating and SPVs) and any other type of corporate documentation such as powers of attorney, articles of association etc. in tight coordination with the group Corporate Legal Manager.
* Monitor and advise on working relations and advice to other support functions, such as finance and IT, HR, HSE
* Follow up all the litigation cases in the UK and report on them to the Head of Legal in Europe.
* Maintain and promote the values, strength and reputation of the company and its businesses in the relevant markets
* Be the main point of contact for the Group Compliance Manager in the UK (regarding anti-corruption and GDPR, whistleblowing and issues of concern).
Requirements;
* Qualified Solicitor – SQE/ LPC/ CILEX
* 5 years post-qualifying experience
* Extensive knowledge in Development/IPP in the renewable energy sector;
* Experience in Real Estate;
* Experience as corporate & commercial and construction lawyer;
* Experience in M&A and project finance matters is a plus;
* At least 5 years of experience in similar functions (either in law firms or companies);
* Fluent in English; French language considered a plus;
* Stakeholder management / managerial experience considered a plus.
Benefits
* The client can offer a generous bonus scheme, pension, private health insurance alongside 28 days holiday.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
Our client is a global independent power producer who generates renewable energy from wind, solar, hydro, biomass and storage projects.
Alongside originating and developing renewable energy projects, they also act as a global equipment distributor and O&M services provider.
They are now seeking an experienced General Legal Counsel, focusing on renewable energy projects in the UK and overseas.
The ideal candidate will be an English-qualified lawyer, with experience of working across renewable energy projects in the UK.
Responsibilities;
* Provide legal advice for the activities of the company, contributing to the legal and compliance risk assessment of the business in the UK.
* Provide legal support and advice to UK business lines, including managing and supervising a variety of regulatory matters, drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial agreements (land options, leases, connection agreements, PPA, EPC and O&M agreements).
* Supporting preparation and revision of documentation submission for public tenders and accompanying the IPP projects through financial close (by reviewing and drafting loan agreements, security agreements, common terms, liaising with lenders legal advisors), etc.
* Legal advice on licensing and developing IPP projects and supporting new projects’ development & new collaborations (including MOU, Collaboration Agreements, M&As etc).
* In tight coordination with the group Dev Legal Manager and the group O&S Legal Manager, create and maintain a set of template contracts and other legal documents ready for use by the teams as a basis for work, to ensure meeting group legal objectives, policies and legal & contract best practices.
* Drafting of BOD minutes and general assembly minutes of all UK companies (operating and SPVs) and any other type of corporate documentation such as powers of attorney, articles of association etc. in tight coordination with the group Corporate Legal Manager.
* Monitor and advise on working relations and advice to other support functions, such as finance and IT, HR, HSE
* Follow up all the litigation cases in the UK and report on them to the Head of Legal in Europe.
* Maintain and promote the values, strength and reputation of the company and its businesses in the relevant markets
* Be the main point of contact for the Group Compliance Manager in the UK (regarding anti-corruption and GDPR, whistleblowing and issues of concern).
Requirements;
* Qualified Solicitor – SQE/ LPC/ CILEX
* 5 years post-qualifying experience
* Extensive knowledge in Development/IPP in the renewable energy sector;
* Experience in Real Estate;
* Experience as corporate & commercial and construction lawyer;
* Experience in M&A and project finance matters is a plus;
* At least 5 years of experience in similar functions (either in law firms or companies);
* Fluent in English; French language considered a plus;
* Stakeholder management / managerial experience considered a plus.
Benefits
* The client can offer a generous bonus scheme, pension, private health insurance alongside 28 days holiday.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
Job number 1490447
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Company Details:
Climate
Company size: 10–19 employees
Industry: Energy
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to org...