Onsite Legal Counsel – Onshore Wind Energy, Renewable Energy

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About the role

  • Legal Counsel managing complex contracts and legal consultations for onshore wind energy projects in Germany and Eastern Europe. Collaborating with various business units to ensure legal compliance throughout project cycles.

Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate complex contracts for onshore wind energy projects in Germany, Austria and Eastern Europe
  • Advise internal business units on legal matters across the entire project lifecycle
  • Support corporate law matters and take responsibility for corporate housekeeping tasks
  • Assist with litigation, particularly warranty/defects disputes
  • Conduct internal trainings on relevant legal topics
  • Assess legal risks and develop practical, business-oriented solutions for project and commercial teams

Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer (Volljurist) with an above‑average degree or equivalent qualification within the EEA
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a law firm or an in‑house legal department
  • Business‑fluent English and an interest in international project structures
  • Understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of onshore wind energy
  • Strong sense of responsibility, team spirit and intercultural competence
  • Ability to present complex legal issues clearly and to provide practical, actionable guidance

Benefits

  • #GreenerFuture: Help shape a sustainable future – your work will make a real contribution to the environment.
  • #Flexibility: We value work–life balance – offering flexible working hours, various working‑time models and up to 8 days of remote work per month.
  • #Mobility: We promote sustainable mobility – 80% subsidy for the Deutschlandticket (Germany public transport pass) and a €15 employer contribution for bike leasing.
  • #CareForTomorrow: With our company pension scheme and the option of disability insurance, you are already well prepared for the future.
  • #Health: Your health matters – we offer health days, company sports, office yoga and free support from the pme family service.
  • #Holiday: We believe in time off – full‑time employees are entitled to 30 days of vacation per year, plus December 24 and December 31 off.
  • #OneCompany: Together we achieve more – with over 10,000 employees from 95 nations we value and foster an international, collaborative company culture.
  • #Corporate Benefits: Save easily – enjoy attractive discounts on travel, electronics and much more.

Job title

Legal Counsel – Onshore Wind Energy, Renewable Energy

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

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