Legal Counsel- Madrid (ES)

Do you have experience as a legal advisor and are you involved in renewable energy?

We are seeking a Legal Counsel that is committed to supporting our global efforts to shape the world's energy future and contribute to our shared goal of accelerating the global transition to renewable energy. As Corporate Counsel, you will provide legal support for the EMEA division of Vestas' Global Development team, with a focus on several European markets (e.g. Spain, UK, Ireland, Poland, Bulgaria etc).

Responsibilities:

This is an international role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with an entrepreneurial and fast-growing project development team in EMEA, to support all stages of a renewable energy project development lifecycle - including due diligence, permitting, land acquisition campaigns, procurement, interconnection, offtake, acquisitions, joint ventures, sale and disputes across the EMEA region. This includes:

- Provide legal support related to Wind Farm Development including energy regulatory laws, permits, property law, connection agreements and similar project agreements including but not limited to the following:

• Support the Development Team in reviewing a country's regulatory regime
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of contracts incl. Land Lease contracts related to wind turbines, Electrical Substation, Electrical Cables, Transmission Line, Met Mast installation, Lidar deployment, agreements related to grid connection, service, procurement of goods and/or services.
• Legal review of permits application, expropriation's decrees and concessions requests.
• Review of Resolutions issued for Renewable Energy Projects with potential impacts on Vestas' portfolio.
• Corporate Housekeeping

- Support potential acquisition, co-development opportunities or divestments through preparation and legal revision of Share Purchase Agreements, Development Service Agreements, Shareholder Agreements etc.

- Engage and manage external lawyers across a wide range of practice areas

- Identifying and managing project risks and liability issues and communicates them to the appropriate members and bodies within the organization for decision-making.

- Ability to work on a varied and broad range of transaction documents in compliance with company guidelines and preferences, in each case while being encouraged to participate in and contribute to strategic initiatives to further business goals.

- Strive for constant improvement and advancement of best practice through development and implementation of systems, processes, guidelines and forms to create efficiencies and lay groundwork for future growth of the business.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Law
• At least 5 years of experience practicing law in the renewable energy industry, real estate, and regulatory and permitting activities matured within Renewables Energy operators or Private Practice
• Languages: Spanish and English at professional level.
• Flexibility to travel, based on company needs and goals: about 20 days per year.

Competencies

• Accountability to assist business goals and mitigate risk.
• Simplicity: ability to balance attention to details and thorough analysis.
• Collaboration: interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Communications skills

What we offer

• Permanent contract with 6 months probation period
• Attractive salary + bonus
• Meal voucher
• Medical and life insurance

We offer an exciting job with great opportunities for professional and personal development in an inspiring environment. We value initiative and participation.

You will become part of a highly professional environment with a skilled technical commitment and the motivation to implement. You will use your skills to contribute to Vestas solving one of the most important global situations of our time - ensuring a more sustainable future.

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, colour, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and people with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognise the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.