Legal Advisor

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A global renewable energy firm in South Africa seeks a Legal Advisor to manage legal risks and agreements for large-scale projects. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of experience in legal advisory roles, particularly in the renewable energy sector. This position offers a chance to contribute to impactful projects while ensuring compliance and providing strategic legal support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 to 6 years of experience as a legal advisor.
• Strong knowledge of South African IPP Power and Renewable projects.
• Experience in commercial and finance departments within a multinational.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate risks and provide legal advice.
• Draft and negotiate various legal agreements.
• Support business development teams on legal matters.
• Analyze new regulations in the Renewable Energy Industry.
• Conduct legal due diligence related to claims.

Skills

Legal advisory skills

Contract negotiation

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

LLB or BCom Law

Additional studies in business

Job description

Part of the Group’s commitment to renewable energies and controlling global warming, TotalEnergies Renewables International is involved in numerous large-scale commercial, technical, and industrial projects worldwide.

Activities

Under the supervision of the Legal Manager, your main responsibilities will include:

• Anticipating risks and legal needs, providing alerts, advice, and proposing solutions;
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements such as confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, term sheets, partnership agreements, joint development agreements, shareholders agreements, EPC contracts, O&M agreements, land agreements, asset sale and acquisition agreements, share purchase agreements, and project finance agreements;
• Assisting the business development team in preparing legal documentation for renewable project tenders and managing legal aspects post-award, including collaboration with internal and external stakeholders;
• Supporting the business development, project development, construction, and asset management teams on contractual and legal matters;
• Analyzing and interpreting new regulations within the Renewable Energy Industry in South Africa;
• Supporting the Legal Manager in coordinating workstreams with local external law firms in line with TotalEnergies policies;
• Conducting contractual and legal due diligence related to claims and litigation in coordination with the Legal Manager;
• Assisting with legal and contractual reporting requirements;
• Providing company secretarial and administrative support;
• Contributing to training and guideline development for operational teams;
• Maintaining electronic contractual and legal databases;
• Ensuring compliance with group corporate policies;
• Promoting a culture of compliance and integrity;
• Performing any other duties assigned by the line manager.
  Candidate Profile

  LLB or BCom Law with additional studies in business.

  Minimum of 5 to 6 years’ experience as a private practice or in-house legal advisor, with strong knowledge of South African IPP Power and Renewable projects.

  Experience in the commercial and finance departments within a multinational company is desirable.

  Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

  Pragmatic, solution-oriented, well-organized, adaptable to project environment changes, and capable of handling complex situations.

  Strong interpersonal skills are essential for collaborating with third parties and peers across the TotalEnergies Group.

  Additional Information

  TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth, and offers equal opportunity careers.