Junior Legal Counsel

Ecoprime Italia Srl; Lazio; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A renewable energy firm in Italy is seeking a Junior Legal Counsel to provide legal support for renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, coordinating with external counsel, advising on compliance, and supporting M&A activities. The ideal candidate has a law degree, 2 years' experience in relevant fields, and fluency in English. Join us in Milan to impact sustainable projects.

Servizi

Competitive salary based on experience and skills

Work–life balance

Professional growth opportunities

Competenze

• 2 years’ experience in energy or commercial law, ideally with in-house experience.
• Fluency in English; German is a plus.

Mansioni

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Coordinate with external counsel for legal proceedings.
• Advise on legal queries and compliance.
• Support M&A transactions and corporate matters.
• Ensure compliance with laws and governance standards.

Conoscenze

Proactive, solution-oriented approach

Strong organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Formazione

Law degree

Descrizione del lavoro

We are expanding our legal team in Italy and we are looking for a

Junior Legal Counsel

to join us in Milan. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing, international environment, contributing to the legal aspects of renewable energy projects that are shaping the future of energy in Europe.

About Us

ecoprime is a dynamic company in the renewable energy sector, specializing in construction, operation & maintenance, asset management, and investment advisory services. We manage a diversified portfolio of renewable energy plants across Italy, including photovoltaic and wind facilities.

ecoprime Italia, part of the ecoprime Group headquartered in Hamburg (Germany), has its registered office in Milan and local offices in Rome and Palermo.

Learn more about us at www.ecoprime.org

The Role

As part of the legal team, you will provide comprehensive legal support across a broad range of activities, contributing to the company’s business and operational objectives. Your responsibilities will include :

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of contracts, including EPC, O&M, SPA, NDA, employment, consulting, procurement, and intra-group agreements, as well as term sheets, memoranda, and legal correspondence.
• Coordinating with external counsel to ensure the effective management and resolution of judicial, arbitration, or administrative proceedings, including providing instructions, reviewing advice, and overseeing the quality and cost-efficiency of external legal services.
• Advising internal departments on legal queries and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations.
• Supporting M&A transactions, project financing, post-closing activities, and corporate matters for the corporate group and its managed assets.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, corporate governance standards.
• Collaborating transversally with colleagues across the company to achieve business goals.

Carrying out company secretarial duties

What We’re Looking For

• Law degree
• 2 years’ experience in the energy, regulatory, or commercial department of a top-tier law firm, ideally combined with in-house experience (experience in renewable energy is a plus).
• Fluency in English is essential; German would be an advantage.

Skills & Mindset

• Proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative approach
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why Join ecoprime?

Impactful work : Be part of the renewable energy transition and contribute to sustainable projects that matter.

Culture & Values : Join a diverse, innovative, and collaborative company that values excellence, teamwork and commitment and cares about work–life balance.

Growth & Learning : Work in an international, multidisciplinary environment where you can develop both professionally and personally.

Compensation :

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.

Ready to power the future with us?

Apply now and become part of ecoprime’s journey in renewable energy.