Senior Legal Counsel – Renewable Energy | Porto, Portugal Braga

Overview

A leading international renewable energy group, active across Europe and the U. S. , is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support its operations in Portugal. With over 1. 6 GW of assets under management and a growing pipeline in Iberia and Italy, the Porto office plays a strategic role as both a regional hub and solar competence centre.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Legal Manager Southern Europe and working closely with the HQ legal team, the Senior Legal Counsel will act as the primary legal point of contact in Portugal.
• Advising on a broad range of legal, regulatory, and commercial matters
• Drafting and negotiating contracts related to renewable energy and Pt
  X projects (IPP perspective)
• Supporting business development teams on the legal structuring of new initiatives
• Managing legal risks across operations and strategic decisions
• Overseeing related legal processes: land acquisition, permitting, procurement, construction, PPAs, and O&M
• Leading legal support for M&A transactions, due diligence, and deal documentation
• Negotiating JV, shareholder, and consortium agreements
• Managing and coordinating external legal advisors
• Ensuring compliance with Portuguese and EU regulatory frameworks
• Advising on corporate governance, labour, and insurance matters across subsidiaries
• Contributing to public affairs and staying informed on wind, solar, and Pt
  X regulation

Key Qualifications

• Law degree with strong academic background
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; excellent written and verbal communication skills
• 7–10+ years of experience in a
  - tier law firm (ideally with a focus) and/or
  - house legal role within the renewable sector
• Deep knowledge of Portuguese regulatory frameworks and licensing for energy projects
• Expertise in energy law, commercial contracts, corporate, and/or real estate

Preferred Skills

• Additional languages: Spanish, Italian, or French
• Experience in M&A, project finance, construction contracts (Bo
  P), PPAs, and energy agency agreements
• Familiarity with Pt
  X/green hydrogen and Portuguese public law
• Solid understanding of IPP business models and regulatory environments

This is a strategic, visibility role for a seasoned legal professional eager to take ownership of the legal function in Portugal, drive impactful decisions, and help shape the growth of a dynamic, expanding international energy group.