Legal Associate (property law experience / minimum 3 PQE / experience in the renewable energy s[...]

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EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. We are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do:

• A Legal Associate is required to support our portfolio of renewable energy projects, including onshore wind, battery storage and solar across the UK and Ireland.
• The role will involve being part of the existing UK based legal team, reporting directly to the Head of Legal for UK & Ireland.
• There will be a strong element of property related legal work involved as well as some other in-house legal tasks.

General responsibilities:

• Providing legal advice to the UK & Ireland business unit and to colleagues in other teams and jurisdictions.
• Reviewing and advising on land agreements and property rights for the current pipeline of development projects and new prospect sites.
• Assisting the project management, origination, engineering, construction, procurement, asset management and other business unit teams with EDPR’s UK based portfolio of projects.
• Assisting with project due diligence, asset and share acquisition and sale, and provision of legal advice relating to various matters.
• Identifying the need for legal input and support across the UK business unit and allocating resource accordingly.
• Procuring and managing external legal counsel in specialist areas and for major transactions/projects.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts.
• Providing general ad hoc legal and commercial advice and legal governance support typical of an in-house position.
• Representing the company professionally and establishing and maintaining good relationships with our external advisors, consultants, contractors and stakeholders.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

Availability to Travel: May involve very occasional travel away from the home office.

What are we looking for:

• Academic Skills: University Degree in Law. A qualified solicitor in Scotland and/or England & Wales.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ post qualification experience at a reputable law firm or in-house department. Some property law experience (ideally in Scotland and/or England & Wales). Experience of working in solar, battery storage, and wind project development or other energy technologies is beneficial but not essential.
• Specific Knowledge: Desirable strong awareness of the legal and commercial issues that are pertinent to the company and the UK energy market.
• Languages: English – proficient level. Excellent written English and report writing skills.
• Skills: Strong awareness of the legal and commercial issues that are pertinent to the company and the UK energy market. Excellent attention to detail. Strong written and oral communication skills. A practical and pragmatic approach to providing legal advice in a fast-paced environment. Diligent, self-motivated and driven.

Equal opportunities for all: Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfil our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process.

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