Location
São Paulo, SP | Brazil
Job description
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 advisor in São Paulo, Brazil to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Legal advisor you will provide legal support on all legal aspect of the business, including but not limited to (i) Project acquisitions (ii) Project Finance Transactions (iii) the financial closure of Projects (iv) asset management of Projects post financial close (v) general contract management.
M ain responsibilities
- Project Acquisitions : Provide non-disclosure agreements, Assist with due diligence of the developers/sellers and any potential partners, Provide draft letter of intent outlining the suggested structure for acquisition and securing EPC + O&M rights, Provide draft/advise on projects acquisition agreements, joint development agreements and/or management services agreements, Coordinate with local counsel on local legislative and legal framework and facilitate implementation of the acquisition agreements
- Project Finance Transactions: Provide drafts, advise on and negotiate project documents and finance agreements, provide draft EPC, O&M and asset management agreements, provide support to achieve financial closure of Projects, Manage external legal recourses both from a work product and cost perspective (Lender Legal and Project Legal)
- Corporate Governance: Assist with general company administration and statutory record keeping requirements, assist with preparation of policy documentation for the Scatec group and, in particular, to provide training and on-going guidance in relation to the anti-corruption policies of the Scatec group
- Support of the Asset Management organisation: Assist with preparation of board resolutions and minutes, provide on-going support in terms of contract management for Projects in operation, Assist with any contractual claims or legal disputes that arise, Provide any other general legal services which may be required
- General Legal Services: Provide advice in respect of all legal aspects of the business, assist with review of all legal documents pertaining to operation of the business (including lease agreements, service agreements, supply agreements and general terms and conditions of contract counterparties)
Qualifications and competencies
- Bachelor’s/ Master’s Degree in Law
- Minimum 5 to 7 years’ relevant work experience – either law firm or in-house counsel or advisor
- 5+ years of post-legal qualification in a commercial/projects team and 2-3 years of in-house legal experience
- Excellent/Proficient English and Portugues skills, both written and verbal. Additional languages considered an advantage.
- Experience and/or interest in the following areas: Renewable energy, Oil/gas, Project development, Public procurement
- FIDIC suite of contracts
- Previous experience at: Contract Management, Due Diligence, Legal Financing, Compliance, Risk Management, Negotiation is a differential.
Additional info
Job require at least 3 days at office weekly (Hibridy)
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.
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