Legal Counsel - Rome (IT)

Are you a proficient Legal Counsel who would like to use your abilities to create a more sustainable world? 

Vestas Development identifies, develop and sell renewable energy projects. From greenfield to late stage, we leverage Vestas' technical expertise along with our financial strength and global reach, to maximize project value and save time and cost. We are seeking a Corporate Counsel that is enthusiastic about making an impact on our efforts to shape the world's energy future and contribute to our shared goal of accelerating the global transition to renewable energy. As Corporate Counsel, you will provide legal support for the EMEA division of Vestas' Global Development team, with a focus on the Italian market.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal support related to Wind Farm Development including energy regulatory laws, permits, property law, connection agreements and similar project agreements including but not limited to the following:

1. Support the Development Team in reviewing a country's regulatory regime to ensure that Vestas is in full compliance with local laws.
2. Revision and legal provisions negotiation of Land Lease contracts related to wind turbines, Electrical Substation, Electrical Cables, Met Mast installation, Lidar deployment etc
3. Legal review of permits application, expropriation's decrees and concessions requests.
4. Revision of agreements related to grid connection, service and procurement.
5. Review of Resolutions issued for Renewable Energy Projects with potential impacts on Vestas' portfolio.
6. Corporate Housekeeping

• Support potential acquisition, co-development opportunities or projects selling through preparation and legal revision of Share Purchase Agreements, Wind Turbine Exclusivity Agreements, Development Service Agreements, Notarial Deeds etc.
• Engage and manage external lawyers across a wide range of practice areas, including M&A, tax, permitting, environmental, interconnection and other regulatory areas.
• Identifying and managing project risks and liability issues and communicates them to the appropriate members and bodies within the organization for decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in law in Italy and the compulsory Master's degree required for the Italian bar exam.
• At least 3 (three) years of experience practicing law in the renewable energy industry and M&A activities preferably within Renewable Energy operators or Law Firm
• Languages: Italian and English at professional level, Spanish will be a valuable addition.
• Flexibility with travel based on company needs and goals.

Competencies:

• Accountability: solid sense of ownership and accountability, reinforced by ability to work freely to assist business goals and mitigate risk.
• Simplicity: ability to balance attention to details and thorough analysis with the ability to communicate directly, succinctly, and articulately to render solution-oriented legal advice with maximum impact.
• Collaboration: good interpersonal and teamwork skills, with firm desire to work collaboratively and creatively with the development team to build relationships and solidify your position as trusted legal advisor.
• Passion: enthusiastic and avid learner, excited to be part of a high growth business in the renewable energy industry, fueling your capacity to excel in an innovative and exciting work environment.

What we offer:

It is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and people with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department.

Additional Information:

“Candidates who are recipients of income support interventions, or are unemployed following collective dismissal procedures, or workers of companies in the reference area involved in crisis unit active at the Ministero delle Imprese and Made in Italy constitute a preferential requirement”.

Do you want to join us? Apply to this vacancy and let us get to know you.

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DEIB Statement At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.  Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 173 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.  With 29,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.  Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.  To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.