Legal Counsel Italy

Jinko Power; Milano; In loco; EUR 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Jinko Power seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support for its Italy operations and renewable energy development activities. Reporting to the Head of Legal Europe and Latam, the role focuses on corporate and the development and construction of solar and BESS projects in Italy.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years of post-qualification experience in corporate, transactional and energy law, with hands-on experience negotiating SPAs, EPCs, DSAs, NDAs, PPAs and related

Competenze

• Minimum 8–10 years of post-qualification legal experience in renewable energy, corporate, M&A and transactional work.
• Experience developing solar and renewable energy projects in Italy and understanding of Italian regulatory/permitting framework.
• Strong negotiation and execution of SPAs, EPCs, DSAs, NDAs, PPAs, and related agreements.

Mansioni

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and legal documents for solar and BESS projects in Italy (SPAs, EPCs, DSAs, NDAs, PPAs, etc.).
• Provide legal advice for major business decisions and strategic initiatives across project development, permitting, construction and operations & maintenance.
• Lead negotiations of commercial agreements, assess and mitigate legal risks aligned with company risk appetite and objectives.
• Support corporate investments, joint ventures, project financing and M&A, including due diligence and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with Italian laws, EU regulations, internal policies and applicable PRC laws.
• Manage disputes and coordinate with external counsel; oversee non-litigation negotiations and dispute resolution proceedings.

Conoscenze

Renewable energy law

Contract negotiation

Due diligence

Cross-border

Formazione

Bachelor in Law (Laurea in Giurisprudenza)

LL.M. or energy/corporate law specialization

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking a talented and highly experienced Legal Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support to our operations in Italy and to serve as the primary legal point of contact for our renewable energy development activities in the country. This position will report directly to the Head of Legal Europe and Latam.

The successful candidate will support senior management and all business functions in Italy, with a particular focus on corporate and the development and construction of solar and BESS projects. The role requires a strong background in corporate, transactional and energy law, combined with hands-on experience in negotiating and executing a wide range of commercial agreements. The ideal candidate will be hard-working, proactive, commercially minded and capable of exercising sound, pragmatic judgment in a fast-paced international environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate all contracts and legal documents relevant to the development andconstruction of solar and BESS energy projects in Italy, including Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), EPC Contracts, Development Services Agreements (DSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Grid Connection Agreements, Land Lease Agreements, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and any other agreements required in the course of the business.
• Provide comprehensive legal advice and tailored solutions to support major business decisions and strategic initiatives related to solar and renewable energy projects across all stages: development, permitting, construction and operations & maintenance.
• Participate in and lead the negotiation of commercial agreements and transactions, ensuring legal risks are properly identified, assessed and mitigated in a manner consistent with the company's risk appetite and business objectives.
• Provide legal support for corporate investments, joint ventures, project financing transactions and M&A activities, including legal risk assessment, due diligence and participation in transaction negotiations.
• Maintain and ensure full compliance with applicable Italian laws and regulations, as well as relevant European Union regulations, internal policies and any applicable PRC laws and regulations.
• Handle and manage all disputes and pre-litigation matters, including coordination with external counsel, management of non-litigation negotiation processes, and oversight of dispute resolution proceedings.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and other advisors, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness of external legal support.
• Train and advise commercial, development and operations teams on contractual terms and conditions, legal compliance and dispute management.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the legal team globally to identify and implement process improvements and share best practices.
• Support or lead special projects assigned from time to time by the Head of Legal Europe and Latam.

Our Requirements

• A minimum of 8 to 10 years of post-qualification legal experience, with a strong focus on renewable energy, corporate law, M&A and transactional work.
• Proven experience in the development of solar and renewable energy projects in Italy, with a thorough understanding of the Italian regulatory and permitting framework for the energy sector.
• Extensive experience in the negotiation and execution of a broad range of agreements, including, without limitation: Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), EPC Contracts, Development Services Agreements (DSAs), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), O&M Agreements, Grid Connection Agreements, Land Lease Agreements and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
• Bachelor's degree or above in Law (Laurea in Giurisprudenza); a Master of Laws (LL.M.) or postgraduate specialisation in energy or corporate law is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in both Italian and English are a must; additional language skills are a plus.
• Previous experience at a reputable law firm, combined with in-house experience in an energy or infrastructure company in Italy, is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in an international or multinational environment, including cross-border transactions, is a significant advantage.
• Ability to take initiative and act independently with good judgment, a strong business acumen and a commercial mindset.
• Problem-solving attitude, pragmatism, flexibility and resilience; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel within Europe and internationally as required.