Legal Counsel - Commercial / Projects

We are looking for a talented Legal Counsel - Commercial to join our legal team in London, United Kingdom.  

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: 

• Lead Legal Support: Provide comprehensive legal support for the electrolyzer business segment globally, ensuring alignment with business goals and legal standards. 
• Transactional and Compliance Expertise: Advise on a wide range of legal responsibilities, focusing on Europe but also collaborating with in-house counsel in other regions. 
• Contract Negotiation: Skillfully negotiate project and EPC contracts with customers, using industry-standard forms and customer templates where appropriate. 
• Project Management: Manage projects and legal matters with limited supervision, demonstrating sound and independent judgment. 
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to mid- to high-level management, partnering with internal stakeholders to identify improvements and provide practical legal advice. 
• Legal Strategy Development: Assist in developing legal strategies that align with business objectives and contribute to the overall goals of the organization. 
• Risk Management: Identify, mitigate, and manage legal risks, ensuring compliance and protecting the company's interests. 
• Leadership and Mentorship: Provide support and leadership in legal department projects, and potentially supervise and mentor junior lawyers, paralegals, or administrative assistants. 

This role may require up to 10% domestic and international travel frequency. 

To be successful in this role you will need the following:  

• Strong Legal and Project Management Skills: Experience in reviewing and negotiating commercial project agreements, including EPC contracts, and managing projects with limited supervision. 
• Critical Thinking and Business Acumen: Ability to make well-reasoned decisions, think strategically and innovatively, and understand the business implications of legal advice. 
• Effective Communication and Collaboration: Excellent skills in building relationships and working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders across various disciplines and cultures. 
• Adaptability and Integrity: Willingness to handle a wide range of legal issues, manage risks, and demonstrate strong personal and professional integrity and business ethics.