German Energy Law Counsel

OTC FLOW; Amsterdam; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration package

International working environment

Free lunch with the team

Snacks available throughout the day

Commuting expenses covered

25 vacation days per year

Social events & sport activities

Résumé du poste

OTC Flow, a leading broker in environmental markets, is seeking an energetic Legal Officer to deliver comprehensive legal support across the business, with a primary focus on German operations. You will help manage contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk in a fast-growing scale-up.

Based in Amsterdam or within the EU, you will advise on German energy law, Biomethane and carbon markets, coordinate with external counsel, and contribute to governance, due diligence, and cross-border matters as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a German university; Master’s degree in Law (LLM) preferred
• Full professional fluency in German (native) and English (native or equivalent) is required
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal professional, preferably with exposure to the energy, environmental commodities or financial sector
• Knowledge of or experience in the Biomethane market and/or carbon markets is a strong advantage
• Strong knowledge of German civil and commercial law, contract law and regulatory compliance is preferred
• Ability to work independently and make sound, well-reasoned legal decisions while maintaining efficiency under pressure
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to navigate diverse stakeholders and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Candidates available to start immediately or at short notice are preferred

Responsabilités

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including trading agreements, NDAs, brokerage agreements and service agreements – with a focus on German regulatory frameworks
• Provide legal advice and support specifically relating to German energy law, Biomethane and THG quota regulations and carbon market, monitoring legislative and regulatory developments in Germany and advising on required actions
• Support the legal assessment and implementation of new business ideas, helping to translate strategic initiatives into compliant and actionable legal structures - across the broader markets the company operates in, with a particular focus on German regulatory and legal frameworks
• Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, including the preparation and maintenance of corporate governance documents
• Support in dispute resolution and coordinate any litigation or arbitration proceedings, including managing communications with external counsel in cross-border matters
• Flexibility to handle ad hoc legal and administrative tasks as needed, supporting evolving business priorities and cross-functional initiatives

Connaissances

German fluency

English fluency

Legal experience

Formation

LLB in Law

LLM preferred

Description du poste

OTC Flow, a leading broker in environmental markets, is seeking an energetic Legal Officer to deliver comprehensive legal support across the business, with a primary focus on German operations. You will help manage contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk in a fast-growing scale-up.

Based in Amsterdam or within the EU, you will advise on German energy law, Biomethane and carbon markets, coordinate with external counsel, and contribute to governance, due diligence, and cross-border matters as