In-House Counsel

: PPC Renewables

: Legal & Corporate Affairs

: Bucharest

: Unlimited period

We are always looking for talented and motivated colleagues to join our team and together, contribute to the creation of a sustainable future, based on inclusion, empathy, respect and equal opportunities.

Join our dynamic team as an
In-House Counsel
and play a pivotal role in shaping the legal landscape of our renewables business operations in Romania. In this role, you'll be advising the business on risks, anticipating and addressing internal and external factors and their legal implications, and ensuring excellent collaboration across business units and functions.

Together with us, you have the chance to grow every day, contributing to the energy transition, and being responsible of
:

• Providing legal guidance
  for renewable energy procurement processes, including project prospecting, due diligence, and contract drafting (e.g., joint ventures, purchase agreements).
• Supporting the operation and maintenance
  of wind and photovoltaic projects within our portfolio.
• Handling property rights matters
  : Drafting, notarizing, and managing agreements such as easement and superficies contracts.
• Advising on complex regulatory issues
  : Ensuring compliance with Romanian and EU energy legislation affecting energy production and related activities.
• Ensuring adherence to legal standards
  : Guaranteeing that all business activities are aligned with laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Leading critical projects and negotiations
  : Driving key initiatives while enhancing the Legal Department's strategic role.
• Building strong relationships
  : Collaborating with internal stakeholders, authorities, regulatory bodies, and external counsel.
• Managing and mentoring direct reports
  : Developing a collaborative, high-performance legal team environment.

What you'll need to succeed:

• A licensed lawyer in Romania
  with strong legal expertise; experience in the
  renewables or energy sector
  is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years
  of professional experience in legal practice, including corporate, regulatory, and energy-related matters.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
  , combined with a sharp business acumen and the ability to anticipate legal risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  : Capable of conveying legal insights clearly, with an impactful and assertive presence.
• High integrity, adaptability, and resourcefulness
  , with the capacity to work in dynamic environments and adopt new technologies or systems.
• Proven relationship-building abilities
  , including influencing diverse stakeholders, collaborating with public authorities, and leading discussions with international teams.
• Fluency in English
  : Strong written and verbal communication skills; additional language abilities are an advantage.

What's in it for you:

Professional growth/ Development

• opportunities for professional and personal development
• dynamic work environment and different business lines
• international work environment
• internal mobility programs
• courses, coaching sessions, mentoring

Rewards

• medical subscription/ medical insurance
• meal vouchers, bonuses (Energetician's Day, Easter, Christmas, etc.)
• 13th salary
• reimbursement of part of the holiday ticket
• extra free days (Birthday, Energetician's Day, etc.)
• special offers from our collaborators
• referral employee program
• Bookster

Way of working

• hybrid way of working (office & smartworking)
• short Friday

What else do you need to know?

Confidentiality of the recruitment process

At PPC, we respect the confidentiality of each application. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview, and other applications will be kept in our database for one year maximum.

About PPC

We are leaders in energy in South-Eastern Europe, active in the production, distribution and supply of electricity, as well as developing innovative solutions for a sustainable future. With an installed capacity of 10.7 GW, we provide energy for 8.7 million clients and deliver over 35 TWh annually.

In Romania, PPC became a top player with the acquisition of Enel companies in October 2023. With a history that began in 1950, we are listed on the Athens Stock Exchange and are constantly expanding our vision.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We believe that energy comes from people. At PPC, every voice counts, and diversity is the engine of our innovation. Regardless of age, ethnicity, gender or disability, it offers an inclusive environment where you can grow and perform.

#EnergyForAll – for your career, for the future, for everyone