Legal Counsel
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Job Location:
Baar - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Legal Counsel
(m/f/x)
Hours: full time
Location: Baar/Switzerland
The Position
The Legal Counsel is a key member of the VAROPreem Legal function supporting legal service delivery across Germany Austria and Switzerland (DACH).
We are looking for an energetic lawyer with strong attention to detail and a can-do commercial attitude.
The role combines independent legal advisory with close collaboration across business units particularly in the context of VAROPreems growing presence in renewable energy and the broader energy transition.
Working closely with senior legal and commercial stakeholders the Legal Counsel will manage legal matters autonomously while contributing to the strategic and operational effectiveness of the Group Legal Department.
Prior experience in an in-house legal role is an advantage.
This role is base in Baar Switzerland and erports to the Senior Legal Counsel DACH.
Your Key Responsibilities
Legal Advisory & Business Support
Provide direct legal advice to the business and all departments in the DACH region acting as the first point of contact for operational legal queries.
Advise on a broad range of commercial regulatory and compliance topics across VAROs value chain: refining logistics trading biofuels and e-mobility.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to manage risks and resolve legal issues.
Contracting & Transactions
Independently draft review and negotiate commercial agreements including supply storage infrastructure and project-related contracts.
Support cross-border transactions and initiatives in both conventional and renewable energy.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable national and EU and Swiss legislation.
Support the GDPR/FADP implementation and data privacy governance.
Policies & Training
Maintain and improve contract templates legal processes and internal policies.
Contribute to legal awareness and training initiatives across the business.
Your Profile - Essential
knowledge skills &
abilities
Strong commercial and strategic mindset with the ability to translate legal complexity into actionable and pragmatic business advice.
Excellent interpersonal negotiation and communication skills across all levels of the organisation.
Fluent in German and English.
High standards of integrity sound judgment and a proactive approach to risk management.
Qualifications
Qualified lawyer or legal professional (minimum MLaw) with experience in Swiss or German law.
Minimum 3 years of relevant legal experience ideally combining in-house and private practice exposure in the energy industrial or infrastructure sectors.
We Offer
A professional and very well connected work environment with a young and international Team in a growing company
An attractive workplace in Baar with great development opportunities within an international corporate environment
Attractive salary and bonus structures as well as an employer-financed pension and accident insurance
Further benefits directed towards both physical training and self-development
Are you ready to take this exciting journey with us
Then we look forward to receiving your application simply click on the Apply now button to get started.
Would you like to learn more about our vision mission and strategy
You can find more information here.
What are the next steps
About Company
VARO Energy is committed to accelerating the energy transition with a blend of conventional and sustainable energy solutions. Learn about their innovative approach, reliable energy supply, and sustainable practices that meet diverse energy needs across Europe.
