About the Role:
We are looking for a proactive and strategic Legal Advisor / Legal Counsel to play a pivotal role in supporting renewable energy project development. You will work directly with the Co-Founder, helping navigate complex permitting processes and ensuring projects meet all legal requirements. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will directly influence the successful rollout of energy infrastructure projects in Germany.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead legal guidance on building permits and regulatory requirements for renewable energy projects.
- Identify potential legal and permitting hurdles, and develop practical solutions to keep projects on track.
- Collaborate closely with senior leadership, offering actionable advice on risk management and compliance.
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and legal documents related to project development.
- Stay ahead of changes in German law affecting construction and renewable energy projects, proactively advising the team.
- Help shape internal legal processes and frameworks to support rapid growth and innovation.
What We’re Looking For:
- Law degree with solid knowledge of German law.
- Strong experience in permitting, regulatory compliance, or project development law.
- Proven ability to recognise legal and regulatory risks and craft pragmatic solutions.
- Excellent communication and advisory skills, capable of influencing key decisions.
- Experience in renewable energy is a plus but not essential.
- Fluency in German and English.
Why This Role Is Exciting:
- Direct impact: Your work will help bring renewable energy projects to life, shaping the future of energy in Germany.
- Autonomy and influence: Work closely with senior leadership and be a key decision-maker in legal and permitting matters.
- Growth opportunities: Contribute to a fast-moving, innovative environment in the renewable energy sector.
- Competitive compensation
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Lasma Kehre