Legal Counsel

Role: Legal Counsel

Location: Milan, Italy (Hybrid Working)

An internationally recognised leader in the energy and infrastructure sector is looking to appoint a Legal Counsel to support the continued growth of its renewable energy business across Europe. With a strong track record delivering large-scale solar, wind, battery storage and energy transition projects, the organisation offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value developments from origination through to construction and operation. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional to join a fast-growing business at the forefront of the renewable energy market.

As Legal Counsel, you will provide legal support across a broad portfolio of renewable energy projects, working closely with commercial, technical, development and finance teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities will include:

Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, including EPC contracts, O&M agreements, supply chain contracts and framework agreements.
Providing legal guidance on project development activities, acquisitions and disposals, permitting, corporate transactions, power purchase agreements (PPAs) and project financing matters.
Advising internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the renewable energy and construction sectors.
Supporting contract negotiations with customers, suppliers, contractors and strategic partners across multiple jurisdictions.
Conducting legal research and monitoring legislative developments to ensure the business remains compliant with evolving regulations.
Managing relationships with external legal advisers and coordinating support on complex legal matters.
Working collaboratively with senior legal leadership to structure legal processes, manage risk and improve contractual governance across the business.

Candidate Profile

Qualified lawyer with membership of the relevant professional legal body.
Minimum 3–5 years' experience within the renewable energy sector, gained either in-house or in private practice supporting energy clients.
Strong experience drafting and negotiating EPC, O&M and commercial contracts within the energy or infrastructure sectors.
Exposure to renewable energy project development, M&A transactions, PPAs and project financing activities.
Commercially minded with the ability to balance legal risk against business objectives.
Experience managing external legal counsel and controlling legal budgets.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, international environment where collaboration and adaptability are essential.

This position offers the opportunity to work on some of Europe's most significant renewable energy projects while gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle, from development and financing through to construction and operation. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced senior legal professionals, providing a strong platform for both technical and professional development.

The organisation is committed to investing in its people and offers clear progression opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to build a long-term career within the business. For candidates with leadership aspirations, the role provides valuable exposure to mentoring junior colleagues, managing external advisers, and developing the commercial and stakeholder management skills required to progress into future management and leadership positions.

If you're interested, please apply below
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed