Job Description Summary

GE Vernova seeks to recruit a Managing Counsel for our Wind segment to be based in Germany, but to have greater regional responsibility. This role requires broad legal expertise with a background in large-scale project management, complex commercial transactions, and a proven ability to provide senior-level counsel and advisory. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a multinational corporate environment, ideally within the energy, industrial, or EPC sectors. This role requires exceptional judgment, business acumen, and the ability to effectively navigate a dynamic and complex industry landscape.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic legal advice to the Wind segment teams, principally in DACH region, France and other areas as assigned. 
• Lead legal & compliance strategy and direction for the Wind segment in conjunction other internal Counsels and in close coordination with the Wind segment Global Legal & Compliance team
• Manage and mitigate legal risks associated with large-scale projects, including negotiation, drafting, execution, interpretation and review of complex agreements.
• Advise business on new, changing, and unique regulatory and compliance issues in the region.
• Support segment litigation, arbitration, mediation and dispute resolution.
• Manage outside counsel and associated spend.
• Advise on a wide range of legal matters, including but not limited to: commercial contracts, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution and litigation.
• Develop and implement legal strategies aligned with the business objectives of the Wind segment.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including finance, sourcing, business development, and operations.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high ethical standards within the Wind segment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Qualified to practice law in Germany with significant experience as a practicing attorney
• Fluent in both German and English
• Extensive experience in complex commercial transactions and large-scale project contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to provide senior-level legal advice and counsel to executive leadership.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with AGB (Allgemeine Geschäftsbedingungen) and BGB (Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch)
• Strong understanding of renewable energy industry and regulatory landscapes
• Experience with EPC projects.
• Background in a project-oriented, industrial company
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks in various jurisdictions.

Additional Information

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