Remote In-House Counsel: Energy & Infrastructure Projects

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first work environment

Competitive salary package

Professional development support

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced In-House Counsel to support our client’s energy and infrastructure projects in South Africa. This remote-first role focuses on project development, financing, and robust contract negotiation across EPC, O&M, and PPAs.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years post-qualification experience, strong project finance and energy regulatory background, and the ability to work independently from Richards Bay or another remote SA location.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with minimum 8 years post-qualification experience in project finance or energy law.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex EPC, O&M and PPA contracts.
• Strong regulatory and environmental law knowledge relevant to SA energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate EPC, O&M, and PPAs for large-scale energy projects.
• Provide legal guidance on project development, financing and implementation.
• Advise on regulatory compliance and manage disputes including arbitration.

Skills

Project finance experience

Contract drafting

Regulatory compliance

Dispute resolution

Remote work readiness

Education

Admitted Attorney, SA High Court

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced In-House Counsel to support our client’s energy and infrastructure projects in South Africa. This remote-first role focuses on project development, financing, and robust contract negotiation across EPC, O&M, and PPAs.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years post-qualification experience, strong project finance and energy regulatory background, and the ability to work independently from Richards Bay or another remote SA location.