Senior Legal Counsel Offshore Wind Japan

RWE Renewables Japan G.K.
To start as soon as possible full time permanent

Shape the future of renewable energy in a collaborative global environment.

Are you an experienced legal professional who thrives in international settings and values strong partnership mutual respect and meaningful impact At RWE we are looking for aSenior Legal Counselwho combines legal excellence with emotional intelligence curiosity and a collaborative spirit. You will join a diverse and supportive global team working to drive RWEs offshore wind ambitions with a focus on Japan.

In this roleyoullbe part of a dynamic Legal Department that works closely across regions and daily with engaged colleagues from the wider RWE Legal community and partner withboth technical and commercialbusiness teams to provide seamless practical guidance that enables our offshore wind projects to succeed worldwide.

About the role

You will play a pivotal part in shaping the legal foundation of RWEs Offshore Wind business:

• Act as a trusted legal partner for RWEs activities in Japan and across global markets.
• Support the full project lifecyclefrom development to construction and operationsacross regulatory corporate joint venture finance procurement and commercial matters.
• Advise draft and independently negotiate high-impact strategic agreements including:
  • Joint venture arrangements (bidding agreements shareholder agreements service agreements)
  • Project financing transactions
  • Procurement and construction agreements (e.g. turbine supply EPC(I) maritime logistics/BIMCO port usage etc.)
• Coordinate and integrate input from both internal and external experts to deliver clear pragmatic and cost-effective solutions.
• Proactively advise senior stakeholders on risks claims and disputes within your remit.
• Champion process improvements and help enhance team-wide collaboration efficiency and consistency.
• Contribute creative well-balanced solutions to complex legal challenges. Balancedsolutions to complex legal challenges.
• Build strong cross-cultural relationshipsworking with colleagues across departments regions and the wider RWE Group.

Job requirements and experience

• Werelooking for a colleague who enjoys collaboration values diverse perspectives and isenergisedby working in a supportive international environment.
• Fully qualified lawyer in Japan with strong legal skills and experience across civil and common lawjurisdictions ideally including construction corporate commercial transactionsregulatory&publicpolicyand/orproject finance.
• At least5-8 years of post-qualification experience in a leading law firm or industry-leading in-houserole.
• A team-oriented mindset and enthusiasm for contributing to international projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to balance priorities navigate change and approach challenges with confidence composure and a practical solution-oriented outlook.
• Strong commercial and technical acumen combined with strategic thinking.
• Excellentcommunicationskills emotionalintelligence and a positivecollaborativeapproach.
• Comfortable working independently while thriving in diverse global teams -building trust across cultures and time zones.
• Ability to balance Japanese law and practices with international standards (FIDIC style contracts) and common law concepts.
• Fluency in Japanese and English;additionallanguages welcome. Openness to international travelasneeded.

Your benefits

• At RWE we believe people grow best in an environment that supports them -professionally and :
• A central rolein inspiring complex renewable energy projects that contribute directly to a more sustainable future.
• A wide variety of challenging meaningful work within a supportive global network of colleagues.
• An inclusive cooperative culture where your ideas are valued and your voice matters.
• Flexible working models that help you balance work and life in a way that fits your needs.
• A diverse international team that celebrates collaboration learning and mutual respect.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development supported by a culture of continuous learning.
• The chance to help shape not only individual projects but the future of RWEs global offshore wind business.

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We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender disability nationality ethnic and social origin religion/belief age sexual orientation and identity. #inclusionmatters

As a global leader RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrows energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe U.S. Japan and Korea. We have already 19 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years experience in developing building operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours educational programmes local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards and contributing to a clean energy future.

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