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Legal Counsel

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  • Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands

Job description


Position Title Legal Counsel

Company iwell - Your Partner for Sustainable Energy Solutions

Location Utrecht


About iwell

At iwell, we are committed to providing clean and affordable energy for all. We aim for cleaner air, water, and a healthier planet through a sustainable power supply. Frustrated by slow institutional progress, we've taken action to build a sustainable energy infrastructure. By using business as a force for good and integrating sustainable goals with smart battery storage solutions, we are transforming Europe’s energy landscape from centralised, fossil-fuel dependence to a local, clean, and dynamic system—one building at a time.



The Role

We are currently seeking a Legal Counsel to join our team here at iwell. This role is crucial in supporting our growing scale-up environment, ensuring all legal aspects of our operations are meticulously handled. As part of a passionate team, you will have the opportunity to shape the legal framework of a company making significant strides in renewable energy and a meaningful impact on the environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic legal advice to the management team and other departments.

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, particularly in the renewable energy sector.

  • Manage relationships with external legal firms and consultants.

  • Oversee the company's corporate governance and ensure adherence to best practices.

  • Handle disputes and litigation matters as necessary.

  • Stay updated on relevant legal developments and advise the company on potential impacts.



Requirements

  • A law degree from a reputable university.

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in a legal counsel role, preferably within the renewable energy or related sectors.

  • Proven experience in corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

  • Strong negotiation and communication skills.

  • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

  • Fluency in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

  • Fluent in Dutch and trained in Dutch Law 



We care

  • SAR - Share Appreciation Rights
  • 30 days yearly holiday , to rest and recharge
  • Yearly company holiday
  • Opportunities and a fund for personal development, career growth and advancement
  • Meaningful work contributing to a more sustainable future
  • Office benefits like daily fresh fruit and activities


Do you walk the talk?

To apply for the Legal Counsel position, please visit our website at https://jobs.iwell.nl/o/legal-counsel. For more information about iwell, what we do, why we do it and an overview of our partners visit [www.iwell.eu].


How we hire

  1. Apply. Our People team and hiring manager will review your application, and respond within 2 weeks.

  2. Screening call. If you seem like a iweller-in-the-making, we’ll invite you to a screening call so we can learn more about each other.

  3. Are you the one? You'll have two or more interviews. And if it's a highly technical role, we'll also assess the specific skills you'll need.


iwell does not support IND visa sponsorship at this point in time.

Acquisition to this vacancy is not accepted


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