General Counsel | Renewable Energy – Germany

The Company

One of the world’s leading energy companies and a cutting-edge leader in renewables, with an installed capacity of 115.3 GW on the global market. Of this, 34.4 GW is attributable to its renewable energy portfolio, which is to be expanded to 80 GW by 2030.

The Role

Own the legal strategy and governance framework for all German operations across offshore, onshore, and trading. Advise the Board and C-suite on risk management, compliance, and corporate governance. Lead negotiations and oversee legal input on multi-billion-euro joint ventures, partnerships, and project financings. Direct and coordinate external counsel across high-value disputes, claims, and complex transactions. Shape regulatory and permitting strategies, including EEG and wider European frameworks. Build and lead a high-performing in-house legal function, setting standards and scaling capability in line with business growth. Act as a key partner to commercial and operational leaders, ensuring legal solutions enable delivery at pace.

• Own the legal strategy and governance framework for all German operations across offshore, onshore, and trading.
• Advise the Board and C-suite on risk management, compliance, and corporate governance.
• Lead negotiations and oversee legal input on multi-billion-euro joint ventures, partnerships, and project financings.
• Direct and coordinate external counsel across high-value disputes, claims, and complex transactions.
• Shape regulatory and permitting strategies, including EEG and wider European frameworks.
• Build and lead a high-performing in-house legal function, setting standards and scaling capability in line with business growth.
• Act as a key partner to commercial and operational leaders, ensuring legal solutions enable delivery at pace.

The Person

• Fully qualified lawyer status in Germany ideally with an LL.M. or international legal experience.
• 12+ years’ post-qualification experience, with a proven track record in energy, infrastructure, or regulated industries.
• Board-level advisory experience with deep knowledge of corporate governance, M&A, project finance, and regulatory law.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex negotiations and manage high-stakes disputes.
• Executive presence, gravitas, and the ability to influence across senior stakeholder groups.
• Fluency in German and English, with excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
• Clear progression within a global renewable energy group.

If you want to define the legal and governance strategy for one of Europe’s most ambitious renewable energy businesses, please apply now.

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