Legal Counsel – Compliance & Public Law | Renewable Energy
Location: Berlin – hybrid working, with 1–2 days working from home per week
The Company
Hunter Philips is supporting a renewable energy business seeking a Legal Counsel to support its activities in Germany. This opportunity combines corporate compliance with legal support for renewable energy projects, offering scope to develop your expertise and take on increasing responsibility.
The Role / Responsibilities
Working closely with the legal team and colleagues across the business, you will help strengthen compliance processes and advise on public law matters relating to German onshore wind projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting corporate compliance across anti-bribery, sanctions, whistleblowing, ESG and NIS2.
- Developing and implementing practical compliance policies, procedures and guidance.
- Coordinating data protection matters with relevant internal colleagues and external advisers.
- Advising on planning, permitting, environmental and administrative law throughout project development.
- Helping project teams assess legal risks and resolve regulatory questions.
- Coordinating external legal advisers where specialist support is required.
The Person
- A German legal qualification, ideally with both State Examinations. Candidates with the First State Examination and strong relevant capabilities will also be considered.
- Relevant experience in compliance and/or German public law, gained in-house or within a law firm.
- Native-level German.
- Renewable energy experience would be helpful, although candidates from infrastructure, utilities or other relevant sectors are welcome.
- A practical approach, sound judgement and the confidence to work closely with different business teams.
- A willingness to learn and broaden your expertise; extensive senior-level experience is not essential.
Contact
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Nickie Lynch
Hunter Philips Executive Search
Nickie Lynch
Recruitment Consultant
