About NatPower
NatPower is a Global Group specialised in renewable energy assets development, with operations in several countries. We recently launched in the UK market, aiming at becoming the leader in the renewables sector in the next 2-3 years, as we successfully did in other geographies.
We are looking to hire a Head of Legal, with the ability to be home based, to join our team to lead all our corporate legals and support and assist our project development and transactions on a portfolio of some of the largest projects in the UK.
Our projects are at early development stage so you will be collaborating with teams from initial land deals (purchase and lease), all the way through to ready to build and beyond, including project transactions.
As we rapidly grow, we anticipate a growing legal team which you will lead. We will also be expanding into new markets and there will be opportunities to contribute to this expansion. The role will be leading on all legals for a very impressive and capable Project Development team, project transactions and corporate finance as well as general corporate legals. You will need to be ready to work in a flexible environment where everyone is aligned to company development.
Our Working Environment
This is a real long-term opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and utilise experience gained in a dynamic and friendly environment, which put People at the centre. We encourage flexibility in the workplace and remote working. We treasure teamwork and we want everyone to enjoy the chances of self-development and growth with the help of colleagues. We believe in independence, in fairness and sustainability. We are looking for entrepreneurial people who will be remunerated accordingly. We offer a strong base compensation and tailor-made incentive package, including cash bonuses and a Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP), and benefits like tax efficient electric car in salary sacrifice, insurances and other benefits
The Role
The Head of Legal position is a very varied role. You will support various teams across NatPower, working closely with our Development Director and CEO. The wider team is managing the development of renewable generation and BESS projects across the UK and this role will be directly assisting the development activities of the projects all the way through to project transactions. There will also be input into corporate finance, land acquisition, third party contracts and general business legals.
The Successful Applicant
We are looking for a candidate with the ability to apply legal expertise across a wide range.
* Functional experience.
You will be qualified to practice law in the UK. You will have post-qualification experience having in-house experience to a senior level with a sizeable company in the renewable energy, energy transition sector (or related area) or in the renewables team of a large law firm.
- Financing experience.
You will have recent experience in project financing renewable power assets in the UK renewable, power (or related) market.
- Commercial acumen.
You will have well-developed commercial awareness with an outcome-orientated and solution-based approach, able to apply legal principles pragmatically.
Job Activities Description
As the Head of Legal, you will play a critical role in providing expert legal advice and support to the company's renewable energy and infrastructure projects. You will be responsible for managing a broad range of legal matters, including project agreements, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and commercial contracts. Your extensive legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and strong negotiation skills will contribute to the success of the company's initiatives and help drive the renewable energy transition.
Some of these activities are performed coordinating the work of external legal firms and internal team members.
* You will work closely with the project development senior leadership team to p
rovide expert legal advice and guidance to support the development, acquisition, transaction and operation of renewable energy and infrastructure projects
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including: project development agreements; financing agreements;
non-disclosure agreements; land purchase contracts and leases; power purchase agreements/corporate power purchase agreements; engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) agreements; tender documentation; procurement contracts; service level agreements; warranty documents and performance guarantees.
- Provide legal support on financing of projects and corporate finance facilities
- Manage legal due diligence processes for project transactions, including assessing legal risks and providing recommendations to senior management
- You will provide training and guidance to colleagues on legal developments and best practices relevant to renewable energy project development
- Build and maintain strong relationships with external legal advisors, regulators, and other stakeholders to ensure the company's interests are protected
- You will manage all Corporate legal matters across the business, including HR, H&S, office lease contracts, service contracts, compliance etc.
- Support corporate governance matters, including board meetings, shareholder agreements, and company secretarial responsibilities
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including project development, finance, and operations teams, to identify legal issues, mitigate risks, and support business objectives
- You will establish a budget for the legal function and drive value for money
- You will monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulatory environments, assessing the impact on the business and taking appropriate action and e
nsure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards
What we are looking for:
Essentials
* 5+ years experience in the UK renewables sector
* Understanding of the project lifecycles and risks across large scale and complex utility-scale projects
* Project transaction/corporate finance experience
* Strong communication and negotiating skills
* Ability to work independently
* Entrepreneurial mindset
* Able to work collaboratively across a team
* Excellent report writing, communication and legal management skills
* A flexible attitude to work and the ability to travel regularly throughout the UK
* Experience of supporting multiple project teams
Desirables
* Able to manage multiple legal activities alongside one another
* Strong written and communication tools
* Ability to adapt to a fast-paced schedule
What's on Offer
* Base compensation: £110k – £140k depending on experience
* Cash bonus as defined by the Group policies
* Benefits in line with NatPower UK policies
* Probation period: 6 months
* Notice period: 3 months
* Starting date: ASAP
* We shall require references