Senior Legal Counsel - Renewable Energy Projects

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy firm in Cape Town is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and manage the legal function. This role involves overseeing compliance with governance and risk frameworks, advising on corporate governance, and leading legal crisis management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in corporate law and project finance within the renewable energy sector. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for mentoring the legal team and contributing to the company's objectives.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years professional experience as a corporate lawyer.
• At least 3 years in Project Development, Project Construction and/or Project Finance in the Renewable Energy Sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice regarding legal matters.
• Manage legal governance, compliance, and risk.
• Lead legal crisis management related to contracts and disputes.

Skills

Communication

Analysis and Critical Thinking

Strategic Problem Solving

Negotiation

Collaboration

Education

LLB

Qualified and admitted attorney

Job description

A renewable energy firm in Cape Town is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to provide strategic legal advice and manage the legal function. This role involves overseeing compliance with governance and risk frameworks, advising on corporate governance, and leading legal crisis management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in corporate law and project finance within the renewable energy sector. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for mentoring the legal team and contributing to the company's objectives.