Legal Associate, Transaction and Project Coordinator/Administrator - Renewable Energy - Sandton

AGC Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a Legal Associate Transaction and Project Coordinator/Administrator. This exciting role involves overseeing legal documentation and project administration throughout the renewable energy project cycle. The ideal candidate will engage with various teams, enhance systems, and contribute to corporate governance while ensuring compliance with legal obligations. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and interaction with senior management, making it perfect for organized individuals passionate about the renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of post-articles experience in legal roles.
• Experience in commercial law or construction law is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and advising on transaction documents and legal agreements.
• Managing project data rooms and due diligence processes.
• Liaising with stakeholders on project-related legal activities.

Skills

Legal Document Drafting

Corporate Governance

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Education

Law Degree

Post-Articles Experience

Tools

Document Management Systems

Job description

Introduction

Our client in the renewable energy sector is strengthening their asset management function and is seeking a Legal Associate Transaction and Project Coordinator/Administrator. This role is ideal for a candidate who wishes to be involved in the entire renewable energy project cycle, including development, financing, construction, and operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for and the custodian of all documents and their administration, ensuring the client and its team deliver and comply with their project commitments as detailed in the legal documentation.

This role is perfect for a highly organized individual working closely with transaction, construction, and asset management teams. It offers the flexibility to create or improve systems and processes and to manage new business and refine the day-to-day operations of existing projects. The candidate will interact with all levels of the company, including the board and shareholders, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth. The role involves engagement in corporate work, project-related legal, and operational activities across development, construction, operations, land acquisition, tender strategy, project acquisitions, and third-party financing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpreting and advising on transaction documents such as corporate documents, finance agreements with third-party financiers, power purchase agreements, EPC, and O&M agreements.
• Drafting claims and responses to claims from contractors.
• Advising on corporate governance and companies act obligations.
• Drafting resolutions.
• Negotiating legal agreements including options to purchase land, long-term leases, share purchase agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.
• Collaborating with senior management to implement strategies for the company and its electricity trading activities.

Transaction Administration

• Setting up and maintaining project data rooms.
• Managing data rooms and due diligence processes.
• Assisting with condition precedent fulfilment and drawdowns.
• Establishing and maintaining document folder structures for draft contracts and schedules.
• Tracking and managing changes and revisions of contracts and schedules.
• Finalizing transaction folders and post-closing administration.
• Participating in financial close meetings.
• Supporting business development with tender compliance and presentations.

Operations Administration

• Managing PPA, Shareholders Agreement, and Finance Documents.
• Preparing reporting timetables for each project company and coordinating with technical, ESG, and finance teams on reporting requirements.
• Drafting notices and correspondence.
• Liaising with financiers, shareholders, investors, and contractors on project documents.
• Establishing and maintaining operational document folders related to executed contracts.
• Participating in and chairing Asset Management and Financial Close team meetings.
• Ensuring contract deliverables are received on time.
• Liaising with the company secretary and drafting documents as needed.
• Preparing board packs and managing board meetings.
• Reviewing and preparing monthly reports.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of post-articles experience.
• Experience in general commercial law and/or construction (FIDIC) is advantageous.
• Open to candidates with in-house legal experience or practicing lawyers.

Package & Remuneration

Market-related

Interested?