Legal and Strategic Lead
Legal and Strategic Lead
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Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Legal and Strategic Lead to ensure our operations align with legal standards and internal policies. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead the legal and compliance function in a dynamic and growing energy company. In our rapidly growing organization you will have a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in an environment that combines the agility of a start-up with the professionalism of a leading player in the energy market.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Legal Oversight: Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of matters including commercial contracts regulatory compliance corporate governance and employment law.
Compliance Management: Develop implement and monitor compliance programs to ensure adherence to local and EU regulations particularly in the energy sector.
Commercial Focus: Translate regulatory developments into actionable commercial strategies identifying opportunities for business growth and competitive advantage.
External Coordination: Manage and coordinate support from multiple external legal firms ensuring consistent and high-quality input during contract negotiations and other legal matters.
Contract Management: Draft review and negotiate contracts with clients suppliers and partners ensuring legal soundness and alignment with business objectives.
Risk Mitigation: Identify legal and compliance risks and develop strategies to mitigate them effectively.
Regulatory Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory authorities and ensure timely reporting and communication.
Policy Development: Establish and maintain internal policies and procedures to promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.
Training & Awareness: Conduct training sessions for employees on legal and compliance topics to foster awareness and understanding across the organization.
Collaboration: Work closely with the management to support strategic initiatives and ensure legal integrity in all business activities.
Group Coordination: Cooperation with MET Groups international legal and compliance teams to ensure alignment with group-wide standards and policies.
Qualifications :
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in legal and compliance roles preferably within the energy or utilities sector.
Education: Masters degree in Law.
Expertise: Strong knowledge of Polish and EU energy regulations corporate law and compliance frameworks.
Bar exam qualification is considered an asset but not a strict requirement for this role.
Skills: Excellent analytical negotiation and communication skills. Ability to translate complex legal and regulatory concepts into practical business advice.
Commercial Acumen: Proven ability to align legal and compliance strategies with commercial goals and to identify business opportunities arising from regulatory changes.
Independence: Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Language: Fluency in Polish and English.
Additional Information :
We offer:
Employment contract with attractive base salary and a performance-based bonus.
An ambitious start-up distinguished by a large dose of positive energy.
Opportunity to build and lead the legal and compliance function in a dynamic new company drawing on the experience and success of MET group.
Opportunity to contribute to strategic projects including ESG initiatives energy transition strategies or cross-border regulatory matters.
Private medical care.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
