Senior Legal Advisor
3 weeks ago
Senior Legal Advisor
Market-related Salary Package
Cape Town
Role Purpose
A leading renewable energy solutions provider is seeking a Senior Legal Advisor to play a key role in shaping the legal framework of its energy trading and aggregation business. This role involves drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial agreements, including Energy Supply Agreements (ESAs) and Generator Power Purchase Agreements (G-PPAs). The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with South African energy regulations while mitigating legal risks in a dynamic and evolving market.
Key Responsibilities
- Contract Negotiation & Management – Draft, review, and negotiate ESAs and G-PPAs, ensuring clarity, enforceability, and commercial bankability.
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management – Monitor and interpret NERSA regulations, Eskom policies, and municipal procurement laws, ensuring contracts align with evolving energy market reforms.
- Stakeholder Engagement – Represent the company in negotiations with customers, generators, regulators, and industry stakeholders, securing favorable commercial and legal outcomes.
- Internal Legal Advisory – Collaborate with sales, operations, trading, and finance teams to ensure contract terms align with business strategy and risk management objectives.
- Strategic Support – Provide senior management with legal insights, advise on contractual risks, and contribute to the company’s legal strategy.
Qualifications & Experience
- LLB or equivalent qualification, with admission as an Attorney or Advocate preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in commercial law, energy law, or infrastructure project finance, with a focus on contract negotiation.
- Prior experience in energy trading, power purchase agreements, or renewable energy project development is highly advantageous.
- Strong expertise in contract drafting, legal risk assessment, and regulatory compliance within the South African energy market.
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