Legal Counsel - Development

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Legal Counsel in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Legal Counsel you will be providing Legal support on all legal and contractual aspects related to the Development of Projects, Partnerships/joint ventures, Acquisition of shares/Projects rights, offtake arrangement, as well as financing of projects. Provide General Legal support to regions globally on all legal matters (including disputes) other than legal matters falling within the solutions legal scope. Providing general legal support to Scatec ASA and group companies on all matters, including, but not limited to corporate financing arrangements including credit facilities and bond processes.

Main responsibilities 

• Draft and negotiate LoIs, conduct legal due diligence support for investments and divestment processes
• Draft and negotiate acquisition agreements, shareholders agreements, partnership/joint venture agreements, joint development agreements, development services agreements and other agreements of a similar nature
• Draft and negotiate mandate letters, finance termsheets, negotiate finance agreements (including security package) for projects, manage CP fulfillment process in order to ensure financial close in accordance with expected timelines
• Draft and negotiate power purchase and/or offtake agreements, grid connection agreements and related transmission and distribution agreements
• Draft and negotiate land option, land lease and/or similar project land related agreements
• Conduct periodically general risk assessments to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk within the relevant Region
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., business development, supply chain management, engineering, project management, site management, accounting, internal auditing etc.) to identify potential risk and mitigating actions for projects as early as possible. Identify and evaluate project risks, support in developing/implement corrective action plans to mitigate potential risks, and provide general guidance on implementation

Qualifications and competencies 

• Law degree
• Minimum 3-5  years’ relevant work experience: either law firm or in-house counsel
• Excellent English skills, both written and verbal
• Commercial drafting and reviewing documents experience
• Experience in the following areas: Renewable energy; Oil/gas; corporate Finance and/or Project Finance; project development; public procurement; FIDIC suite of contracts

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. 

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.