Senior Legal Counsel Sustainable Energy Projects (fmd)

Workload: 80%-100%

You are fascinated by the future of the energy world and would like to contribute to sustainable solutions in energy supply.

Join our legal team at Axpo as a Senior Legal Counsel and be a pivotal part of a leading energy company.

In this role you will navigate complex legal landscapes and influence key decisions in Axpos international power generation business area. You will be responsible for all legal aspects of Axpos storage and renewable power generation projects (mainly battery and biomethane but also other types of renewable power generation) in Europe throughout the entire lifecycle (acquisition development construction operation and divestment). You will be part of Axpos international legal team and work at the Madrid office directly with various project teams in different countries.

Your expertise will help guide Axpos journey towards a sustainable energy future making a significant impact in an industry thats shaping the world. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your legal acumen in a in a dynamic environment that offers both challenge and reward set within a company committed to innovation and excellence.

What you will do:

Provide comprehensive legal support to the power generation and storage business units with a focus on project acquisition and development for battery applications and biomethane power generation in Axpos core European markets.

Advise on the planning and approval procedures and regulatory topics; draft and negotiate contracts corporate documents and other legally relevant documentation; support the execution of contracts.

Conduct proceedings and disputes before authorities and courts; instruct and supervise external lawyers.

Provide legal advice to Axpos decision-making bodies.

What you bring and who you are:

Masters degree in law from an EU University with admission to the bar.

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the industry in a law firm or as in-house counsel; experience in the areas of (general) administrative law energy law planning and construction law environmental law and contractual and commercial law.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

High level of assertiveness strong team player mentality solution-orientated approach and negotiating skills.

Business fluency in English; knowledge of French German and Spanish is desirable.

About Axpo:

Axpo has a long history in both conventional and renewable power generation and is developing and operating a growing portfolio of renewable power projects in Europe.

About the team:

You will join a dynamic team within Axpo Group Legal Services where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of our power generation business units. Our environment is fast-paced and collaborative offering opportunities for professional growth and involvement in significant projects. As part of Axpo you will be working in an innovative and forward-thinking company dedicated to shaping the future of energy.

Benefits:

At our company we strive to create a culture of continuous learning personal growth and inter- national community involvement. Were passionate about providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed and were confident that youll love being part of our team!

• Working Hours
  We offer flexible working hours to accommodate your work schedule. 60% on remote and 40% at our offices in Madrid Torre Europa.

• Meal allowances

  You can enjoy delicious meals on us no matter if you are working remotely or on-site.
  *Option to use it for public transportation or childcare instead.

• Internet Compensation
  We cover the cost of your home internet connection as we understand how essential connectivity is in the modern workplace.

• Microsoft ESI Certifications
  Access to the ESI (Enterprise Skills Initiative) program certification provides hands-on training for learning and enhancing technical skills and knowledge of Microsoft and Azure technologies.

• Training courses
  Our company is committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills which is why we offer a variety of industry- specific training courses and a learning channel.

• Gym Coverage
  Stay active and healthy with our 90% coverage benefit which provides access to the nearby gym: Forus Selection to keep you energized throughout the day

• Health Insurance
  We take the health and well-being of our employees seriously which is why we offer a comprehensive health insurance plan and the option to extend it to your spouse and children.

At Axpo Group we are dedicated to fostering a culture of non-discrimination tolerance and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications regardless of race and ethnicity gender identity and expression sexual orientation age disability as well as socioeconomic cultural and religious background. We are committed to ensuring a respectful and inclusive recruiting process and workplace for everyone.