Senior Legal Counsel, Renewables – Poland

Uniper Energy; Szczecin; Hybrid; PLN 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Uniper Energy is seeking a Legal Counsel (all genders) in Szczecin, Poland to support the development, acquisition, construction and operation of renewable energy projects, including solar, onshore wind, and battery storage.

The role demands a law degree with professional qualification, at least five years in international practice or in-house renewables, Polish regulatory expertise, and fluent Polish (C2) and English, with a proven track record in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.

Qualifications

• Law degree with full professional qualification.
• Five+ years in international practice or renewables sector.
• Proven ability to draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Strong knowledge of Polish renewables regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal matters for renewables projects in Poland (solar, wind, batteries).
• Provide legal support across the project lifecycle; draft and negotiate contracts.
• Coordinate with HQ in Germany and external law firms; manage due diligence.
• Monitor Polish permitting and environmental laws and industry developments.

Skills

Polish C2 level

Business fluent English

Contract drafting & negotiation

Renewables law knowledge

Education

Law degree with professional legal qualification

Job description

Uniper Energy is seeking a Legal Counsel (all genders) in Szczecin, Poland to support the development, acquisition, construction and operation of renewable energy projects, including solar, onshore wind, and battery storage.

The role demands a law degree with professional qualification, at least five years in international practice or in-house renewables, Polish regulatory expertise, and fluent Polish (C2) and English, with a proven track record in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.