At Metlen Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, leading the green energy transition with innovative solutions while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy. Our global presence covers two business Sectors: Energy and Metallurgy. With a consolidated yearly turnover of €6.3 billion and a workforce of over 5,500 dedicated individuals, we fuel success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.
We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, leaving a lasting impact. We foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.
We are currently looking for a Junior Legal Counsel to join our Legal team in our offices in Romania.
By joining this role, you will advise on development projects at all stages, collaborating with other development lawyers across Europe. Initially, the focus will be on Romania, working closely with the Project Team and the Business. By taking on this role, you will be involved in development, acquisitions, project sales, finance, PPAs, administrative law, due diligence, disposals, and the drafting and negotiation of EPC and O&M contracts.
Your role will encompass:
- Ensuring deadlines set by the leading Legal Counsel in the country are met or, if necessary, extensions are agreed upon
- Following all processes and procedures for contract approvals and signing
- Understanding the business and legal framework within which the Romanian operations function
- Building trust with internal clients and other departments by navigating the organization effectively
- Collaborating with other lawyers to maintain a consistent approach and promote shared learning
- Adhering to and contributing to the development of legal systems, procedures, and best practices within the Legal Team and the business
- Monitoring contract deadlines and taking necessary actions to ensure compliance
What You Bring to the Role:
- In-depth knowledge of Solar PV development, permitting, administrative law in energy, M&A, real estate, EPC, O&M, supply chain contracts, corporate law, project financing, and PPAs in Romania - experience in 2+ fields stated is beneficial
- 2+ years' experience in the solar/renewable energy sector, either in Romania or internationally
- Member of a relevant professional body and be qualified lawyer in Romania
- Knowledge of GDPR and corporate law is beneficial
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent negotiation and contract drafting abilities
- Effective communication and stakeholder management
- High attention to detail and organizational skills
- Adaptability and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Share the same Value Based Behaviors:
- People & Personal growth
- Results orientation & Safety excellence
- Collaboration & Trust
- Empathy & Effective communication
- Flexibility & Adaptability
Your Benefits:
- Medical Insurance program
- Meal allowance
- Cooperation, creativity and innovation: we adopt flexible cooperation models to achieve fast results and increased productivity
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