Legal Associate

OW Ocean Winds; Comunidad de Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

OW Ocean Winds is seeking a Legal Associate to support the HQ Legal Team across projects and business units. You will engage with Business Development, Finance, Procurement, IT and People/HR to structure and negotiate complex agreements.

The role requires handling cross‑border matters, managing external counsel, and ensuring compliance with policies and evolving regulations within a fast‑paced, international environment.

Formación

• 3–5 years of professional experience, ideally with M&A or project development exposure.
• Experience in renewable energy projects, offshore wind is a strong plus.
• Ability to manage external counsel across jurisdictions.
• Experience in top international law firms or in-house legal departments valued.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal support to HQ teams regularly and to country/project level when needed.
• Draft, review and negotiate complex transactional and project documentation.
• Identify and manage legal risks with practical, commercial solutions.
• Coordinate external counsel and ensure cost control and quality.
• Monitor regulatory developments and share knowledge across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and ethical standards.

Conocimientos

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Legal research

Business-oriented advice

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Educación

Law degree

Master’s degree

Descripción del empleo

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Legal Associate will be part of the Ocean Winds Headquarters Legal Team, providing broad legal support across the business. The role involves close interaction with Business Development (including M&A, bid structuring, origination and partnerships), as well as Finance, Procurement, IT, BPE, People and Innovation teams.

This is a challenging and highly rewarding role in a fast‑paced international environment, offering exposure to complex transactions and strategic decision‑making at group level.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES

The Legal Associate will be responsible for, among others:

• Providing legal support to HQ teams on a regular basis and to country/project level from time to time, including, among others, to BD (including, M&A, bid structuring, origination and partnerships); Finance; Procurement; IT; Business Process Excellence and Communications; People/HR; and Innovation team at OW headquarters.
• General legal support across the organisation, including commercial agreements and corporate governance matters, as requiredc.
• Identifying and proactively managing legal risks, proposing practical and commercially sound solutions.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex transactional and project documentation.
• Analysing and advising on complex legal issues arising across the business.
• Managing claims and contentious matters, where relevant.
• Coordinating and efficiently managing external counsel, with a strong focus on quality, responsiveness and cost control.
• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments and sharing knowledge and best practices within the organisation, including internal training where appropriate.
• Ensuring compliance with Ocean Winds’ internal policies and applicable laws, and fostering a strong culture of ethics and compliance supporting OW Compliance Team.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of legal processes, operational efficiency and decision‑making at HQ level.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Law Degree from a reputable university.
• Master’s degree or postgraduate qualification is a plus.

LANGUAGES

• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• At least one additional language required.
• Any other language is a plus.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of professional experience, ideally with exposure to M&A and/or Project Development and/or Project Finance. Exposure to EPC contracts is a plus.
• Previous experience in a top‑tier international law firm or a strong in‑house legal department is highly valued.
• Experience in renewable energy projects is required; exposure to offshore wind projects is a strong plus.
• Willingness to work across multiple areas of business law, beyond a single specialisation.

KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to provide pragmatic, business‑oriented legal advice in complex and evolving projects.
• Experience managing external counsel across different jurisdictions.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical skills with a pragmatic, business‑oriented mindset.
• High ethical standards, integrity and discretion, with the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
• Ability to identify legal risks and propose practical mitigation strategies in a fast‑moving environment.
• Proven capability to manage multiple matters and priorities simultaneously, with autonomy and ownership.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, international and multicultural environment, with strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Well‑organised, solution‑oriented and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel when required.

CULTURAL FIT

We are looking for someone who not only brings strong legal skills but also fits with the team’s collaborative culture. We value a young and positive mindset, good vibes, and a great working atmosphere. The role is demanding, but also meaningful, offering real impact on flagship offshore wind projects and long‑term energy transition goals in addition to professional development.