<h2>Overview</h2>Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Main purpose of positionCurrently we are looking for a Legal Counsel in Bucharest, Romania to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Legal Counsel you will support projects globally, including but not limited to project acquisitions, Project Finance Transactions, the financial closure of Projects, asset management and of Projects post financial close; General contract management and legal support of the EPC and O&amp;M business, including drafting and negotiation of EPC Contracts, O&amp;M Agreements and supply contracts. You will be able to show your ability to structure and negotiate complex transactions, to lead external and internal development processes and to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams leading successfully the project to construction start. Main responsibilities <ul> <li>Draft, review and negotiate complex transactional and project acquisition agreements, shareholders agreements, partnership/joint venture agreements, joint development agreements, development services agreements, intercompany agreements, and/or other agreements of a similar nature.</li></ul><ul> <li>Plan, coordinate and manage all wind project activities from structuring and tendering through construction and commissioning, ensuring delivery on schedule and within budget​</li></ul> <ul> <li>Lead the EPC multidisciplinary team and ensure effective coordination with internal State functions and external stakeholders​</li></ul> <ul> <li>Enforce quality oversight and ensure full compliance with technical requirements, contractual obligations, HSSE standards and regulatory frameworks​</li></ul> <ul> <li>Manage project risks, budgets and resources, continuously monitoring progress and providing transparent reporting to senior management</li></ul> <ul> <li>Oversee TSA and BOP deliverables and manage all related contractual interfaces​</li></ul> <ul> <li>Ensure lessons learned are implemented into South Wind project​</li></ul> <ul> <li>Draft, review and negotiate mandate letters, finance term sheets, negotiate finance agreements for projects, manage CP fulfillment process in order to ensure financial close in accordance with expected timelines.</li> <li>Draft, review and negotiate power purchase and/or offtake agreements, grid connection agreements and related transmission and distribution agreements.</li> <li>Draft, review and negotiate engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreements, operation &amp; management (O&amp;M) and asset management agreements. Experience with FIDIC suite of contracts is a plus.</li> <li>Draft, review and negotiate letters of intent, (non) binding offers and term sheets for new pipeline projects. Act as trusted legal adviser of the business development team during the acquisition of new pipeline projects, and assist with identifying, analysing and mitigating legal risks during the transaction.</li> <li>Draft, review and negotiate land option, land lease and/or similar project land related agreements.</li> <li>Conduct ongoing general risk assessments to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability, risk and improvements within the Region.</li> <li>Research on local laws in the jurisdictions in the Region, regulations and policies, including company law, investment law, land law, construction law, civil and commercial law and other related laws, photovoltaic and wind power project policies, and the practical operations of relevant laws and regulations.</li></ul>Qualifications and competencies <ul> <li>A Law Degree from a reputable university in Romania or Poland or an equivalent, internationally recognised qualification and international exposure</li> <li>Minimum 5+ years’ relevant work experience – either law firm or in-house counsel</li> <li>Excellent Romanian or Polish (as may be the case) and English skills, both written and verbal.</li> <li>Careful and meticulous, adapt to high strength and high-pressure work</li> <li>A collaborative approach, professionalism, and the capacity to build strong relationships and work effectively within a global team</li> <li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities, with meticulous attention to detail in high-stakes transactions</li> <li>Experience and/or interest in the following areas: renewable energy; oil/gas; corporate finance and/or project finance; project development; FIDIC suite of contracts</li> <li>You are used to changing environments and to quickly meet new challenges</li></ul>Personal characteristicsIt is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:<ul> <li>Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way</li> <li>Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently</li> <li>Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust</li> <li>Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude</li></ul> For the particular role we also expect<ul> <li>Contract Management</li> <li>Due Diligence</li> <li>Legal Financing</li> <li>Compliance</li> <li>Risk Management</li> <li>Negotiation</li></ul>We offerScatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.

Scatec Solar is an integrated independent solar power producer, delivering affordable, rapidly deployable and sustainable source of clean energy worldwide. A long term player, Scatec Solar develops, builds, owns, operates and maintains solar power plants, and already has an installation track record of close to 600 MW.

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