General Counsel - Renewable Energy & Power Grid Infrastructure - North Carolina & APAC

$ Excellent + Bonus (+ Expat Relocation Package)

Are you a legal professional looking to develop your career and grow within a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of large-scale renewable energy projects?

The Company:

Focuses on providing cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of the energy market. Its portfolio includes various renewable energy initiatives, encompassing wind, solar, and hybrid technologies all aimed at supporting the global transition to sustainable energy sources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of contracts, including PPAs, EPC contracts, and O&M agreements.
• Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory frameworks governing renewable energy projects.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with energy projects, focusing on compliance, regulatory challenges, and contractual liabilities.
• Manage legal disputes or litigation involving the company’s energy projects or partnerships, employing arbitration and mediation when necessary.
• Provide legal support for M&A activities, conducting due diligence and facilitating asset integration.
• Collaborate with regulators, government agencies, investors, and partners to address legal and regulatory concerns.
• Oversee dispute resolution processes for projects and contracts.
• Work closely with internal teams (finance, project development, engineering, etc.) to provide legal guidance aligned with company objectives.

The Person:

• Juris Doctor and licensed to practice law in relevant jurisdictions.
• 8-10 years of legal experience, preferably within a publicly listed company or advising boards of directors.
• Expertise in renewable energy, offshore projects, power grid infrastructure, and public-private partnerships.
• Proven experience in project finance, IPO's M&A, and complex contract negotiations within the energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Ability to advise boards on legal, governance, and risk management matters.
• Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and leadership skills, with the capability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
• Extensive legal US market knowledge.

Interested?

If so, please send me your availabilty along with your CV now to