Senior Legal Counsel

Siemens Energy; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy technology company is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice on corporate law matters within the energy sector. Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree, have at least 5 years of experience, and a strong focus on regulatory compliance and contract management. This role involves significant legal research and collaboration across departments. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment that supports innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Remote/Flexible work

Time off/Paid holidays

Parental leave

e-Learning

Mentorship

Coaching

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience as a Legal Counsel.
• Experience within the energy sector or a large corporate environment.
• High proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
• Fluency in English; Portuguese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial and corporate law matters.
• Manage and advise on regulatory compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate and commercial contracts.
• Conduct legal research to support strategic decision-making.

Skills

Commercial law

Regulatory compliance

Contract management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Master of Laws (LLM)

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel

About the Role

Location South Africa Gauteng Midrand Company Siemens Energy (Pty) Ltd Organization SE CEO Business Unit Legal & Compliance Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional

Location: RSA/Angola

Department: Legal

Mode of Employment: Permanent

Position Title: Senior Legal Counsel

A Snapshot of Your Day

Senior Legal Counsel at Siemens Energy

We are seeking a highly skilled and business-oriented Senior Legal Counsel with 5-10 years of professional experience to join our dynamic legal department. The successful has a profound understanding of commercial and corporate law, particularly within the energy sector and a focus on the south, west and east African countries. This role demands exceptional expertise in regulatory affairs, contract management, and corporate documentation, coupled with strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• The Senior Legal Counsel will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and guidance on a broad range of commercial and corporate law matters pertinent to the energy industry. This includes managing and advising on regulatory compliance, specifically concerning interactions with government entities and various industry platforms.
• A core function of this role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of corporate and commercial contracts, ensuring their legal soundness and alignment with the company’s business objectives.
• The Legal Counsel will oversee the preparation and review of corporate documents, policies, and procedures, while proactively identifying and mitigating legal risks to safeguard the company’s interests.
• The role also entails conducting thorough legal research and analysis to support strategic decision-making and ensure adherence to evolving legal frameworks.
• Collaboration with internal stakeholders, including senior management, business units, and other departments, is crucial for providing timely and effective legal support.
• As 25% of the role also cover compliance support, it is required to be a trusted advisor to management on all Compliance topics, including the seven focus areas of compliance: anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, anti-trust, collective action, data privacy, export control, and human rights. The Senior Legal Counsel will manage compliance due diligences and reviews for business partners, gifts & hospitality, Contributions, LoA activities, and any other requirements, as well as conduct regular Compliance updates with Management and ensure action items are managed
• Legal Counsel will contribute to the development and implementation of internal legal training and awareness programs.

What You Bring

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university, with a Master of Laws (LLM) or an equivalent advanced legal degree being highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience as a Legal Counsel is required, preferably gained within the energy sector or a large corporate environment.
• Proven track record in handling complex commercial and corporate legal matters, regulatory compliance, and comprehensive contract management.
• The ideal candidate will possess a very solid knowledge of commercial law, corporate law, and the specific regulatory frameworks applicable to the energy sector, with a focus on the south, west and east African countries.
• A strong business orientation is essential, enabling the candidate to understand complex business operations and provide practical, commercially sound legal advice.
• High proficiency in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating sophisticated commercial contracts and corporate documents is a key requirement.
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with government entities and navigating regulatory requirements within the geographical scope is also crucial.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English is essential for effective communication, fluency in Portuguese is not a mandatory requirement, but a very strong plus and will positively influence decision making.
• The role demands excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, alongside exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all legal documentation and advice, coupled with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team, are vital soft skills for this role.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 92,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Rewards

• Working with a global team
• Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
• Possibility to take over further tasks within the company
• Supportive work culture
• Medical benefits
• Remote/Flexible work
• Time off/Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• e-Learning
• Mentorship
• Coaching

·Open feedback culture

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.