Head of Legal Setúbal

Head of Legal
Setúbal
Setúbal, Setubal, Portugal

Audax Renewables is recruiting a Head of Legal

We are looking for a sole Head of Legal to join our team in Portugal, providing legal advice on our operations in the electricity (and possible future gas) sector. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in energy and commercial law, regulatory compliance, and commercial risk management, with the ability to advise on contracts, corporate governance, and regulatory issues in a dynamic and constantly evolving environment. The ideal candidate must also be familiar with, and have experience in, Compliance, as they will be responsible for leading all issues related to the legal area across the board, being the only legal professional in the area working at Audax Portugal. You will need to have excellent communication skills, the ability to innovate, take the initiative, and prioritize. A strong ability to take control and meet demanding and challenging deadlines is essential to ensure success in the role.

Academic Requirements:

• Law degree.

Requirements:

• At least 7 years of experience in general legal practice and at least 3 years in energy law, preferably in a law firm or in the legal team of an energy company.
• Knowledge of Portugal energy regulation, especially in the electricity market.
• Experience in interacting with regulatory bodies such as ERSE, Courts, Arbitration Centers, and familiarity with EU energy regulations.
• Strong negotiation and contractual drafting skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge and experience in compliance matters, with knowledge of ISO 37301 - Certification of compliance management systems being highly valued.
• Ability to guide and resolve employee queries related to compliance and ethical conduct.

Duties:

1. Advising on commercial law, including
   -
   - day operations and interactions with clients and counterparties.
2. Ensuring regulatory compliance with Portugal and EU energy regulations, including market rules, licensing, and environmental requirements.
3. Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating power purchase agreements, grid connection contracts, and supply agreements.
4. Providing advice on corporate governance and commercial law.
5. Managing legal risks, monitoring disputes, and supporting alternative dispute resolution strategies, including handling customer and
   - party complaints.
6. Interacting with regulatory authorities, industry bodies, and government entities on policy and compliance matters.
7. Identifying and mitigating legal risks related to operations, investments, and business strategy.
8. Monitoring and disseminating the Audax Portugal Group's Compliance program.
9. Managing the company's complaints channel: analyzing, managing, and resolving complaints from start to finish, in conjunction with the Compliance area.

Language requirements:

• Portuguese: Native.
• Spanish: Fluent.
• English: Fluency is valued.

If you think you meet the requirements, please send your application with the subject line: Ref: LEGAL.