The Associate General Counsel is required to provide expert legal advice, support and guidance to a growing organisation in the green energy space.
Client Details
The company is a well-established and reputable start up business in the green energy sector. This organisation prides itself on its commitment to excellence and its dedication to providing high-quality services to its clients.
Description
To provide efficient, pro-active and commercially robust support to internal clients, in particular in relation to:
- Legal advice regarding the negotiation of commercial contracts and corporate activities.
- Advise on a broad range of legal matters, including contracts, transactions, regulations, claims and litigation. Work anticipated to include international projects and interactions, in particular Europe.
- Corporate governance and compliance support, including support regarding the implementation and management of internal corporate compliance policy and associated processes and controls.
- Drafting, reviewing, and supporting the negotiation of commercial contracts and other agreements relating to the client's operations and activities. Procurement and supply chain contracts are included within the scope of activity.
- Advise core corporate functions as needed in particular Finance.
- Advice and support in relation to investment and property related matters.
- Lead development and implementation of corporate standards regarding template contract documentation and processes.
- Corporate compliance matters including anti-bribery and corruption, modern slavery and privacy law and regulation.
Profile
England & Wales qualified lawyer/solicitor or Qualifed in a common law jurisdiction
Previous experience in an in-house role, preferable with energy sector experience.
To have either a Corporate or Commercial background, whether coming from private practice or in-house.
Job Offer
- A salary range of £75,000 to £80,000 per annum.
- Private Medical, Life Assurance, Bonus included in the package.
- A supportive and professional work environment.
- High levels of autonomy and ability to impact the businesses growth.