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Enel is a world leading energy transition company, and is recognised by Corporate Knights as the most significant emissions reducer on the planet. Enel X deploys crucial technologies to support the decarbonisation of Corporate Australia, including onsite renewables, battery storage, electric mobility and demand flexibility. Our portfolio of solutions is anchored by our market-leading virtual power plant (VPP) platform, which trades and optimises the participation of these technologies in power markets across the Asia Pacific. Leveraging this VPP platform, we can offer customers a unique perspective on the market, and we make new opportunities happen.The RoleIn this role, you will join a high-performing legal team that is working to connect new businesses to our VPP. Reporting to the Head of Legal APAC, the Legal Counsel will work closely with the Enel X business teams across Australia, New Zealand, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, China, and India to manage our existing, new, and potential projects across these jurisdictions.Key aspects of the role include:Contract drafting and negotiation draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of corporate and commercial contracts, including share purchase agreements, complex vendor goods and services supply agreements, engineering, procurement and construction agreements, land lease agreements, operation and maintenance agreements, sales agreements, non-disclosure agreements;Legal advice for business teams deliver ongoing legal advice, guidance and support, to all regional teams for all corporate and commercial projects and transactions (including tender management and transaction structuring), regulatory issues, labour law related matters, disputes, and business as usual arrangements;Risk analysis and assessment conduct thorough assessments of contractual and commercial risks and provide advice and solutions to the business teams to manage and mitigate such risks;Legal research conduct legal research on a variety of topics as and when they arise in respect of existing, new and potential projects and keep abreast of all developments and changes in the law for the purposes of advising the business teams on changes required to business processes and operational management;Company secretarial prepare board papers, directors papers, shareholders resolutions, advise on company constitutions and articles of association and ensure all reporting is up to date and completed in accordance with regulatory requirements;Knowledge development ensure the continuous development and improvement of legal templates, information papers, guidelines and training documents within the Legal and Corporate Affairs Team;Stakeholder management understanding and managing all stakeholder expectations in achieving commercial outcomes and business goals, including across customer facing teams, support functions, shareholders, directors, external counterparts, both locally and globally;Compliance management upholding local regulatory requirements and Head Office Global Policies and Protocols while balancing risk on all business related matters.Key To SuccessIn order to succeed in this role, you will have the following attributes:Over 3 years Post Qualification Experience;Be admitted as a solicitor, qualified to practice in VIC or NSW;Bachelor degree or higher in Laws;Prior top-tier private practice work experience;Demonstrable legal technical experience including in the areas of renewable energy construction projects, corporate M&A, joint ventures;Proven transactional and risk management experience;Proven experience across APAC jurisdictions and understanding of cultural, regulatory and legal landscapes across APAC countries;Strong communication skills and ability to comprehend complex legal structures while identifying legal issues and advising on commercially viable solutions;Effective stakeholder management skills and ability to influence business lines and senior stakeholders;An intellectually curious mind and ability to work proactively;Effective matter management skills including ability to multitask, prioritise, set and meet deadlines, work independently, and perform tasks with emphasis on accuracy and high attention to detail;Self-motivated, comfortable operating without day-to-day direction;Flexible to work across various timezones to support our local, regional and global needs;Ability to work in a team or individually, in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Apply NowIf this role feels like a fit for you and youre looking to be part of an inclusive and supportive team, hit the "Apply" button. Were super excited to meet suitable applicants so send us your CV and a cover letter.Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegalServices for Renewable Energy #J-18808-Ljbffr