Senior Legal Counsel

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AMEA Full time

2. Background
The Group turnover in 2021 was 57.9 billion Euros.

The Group is listed on the Paris and Brussels stock exchanges (ENGI) and is represented in the main financial indices (CAC 40, Euronext 100, FTSE Eurotop 100, MSCI Europe) and non-financial indices (DJSI World, DJSI Europe, Euronext Vigeo Eiris - Eurozone 120/ Europe 120/ France 20, MSCI EMU ESG screened, MSCI EUROPE ESG Universal Select, Stoxx Europe 600 ESG, and Stoxx Global 1800 ESG).

We provide individuals, cities and businesses innovative solutions based on our expertise in 4 key Business Units:

  • Renewable Energy
  • Thermal and Supply
  • Energy Solutions
  • Networks
ENGIE's Hub for the Asia Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region is headquartered in Dubai.

The region has activities in large scale power generation, water desalination, district cooling, energy solutions and renewables including green hydrogen, wind and solar.


We act throughout the value chain:
strategy, design, engineering, energy-efficient asset construction, digital platforms, operations management, financing syndication and outcome assurance.

And, by using globally leading technologies, we create innovative energy and smart solutions that help to make the world a better place.


3. Key Responsibilities


Develop and execute comprehensive legal solutions and strategies to lawfully facilitate the commercial objectives of ENGIE Southern Africa and ENGIE's project companies while mitigating any associated legal risks.


  • Providing legal support and advice on all legal matters as they arise in connection with energy infrastructure projects in South Africa and, as the need arises, other jurisdictions in the AMEA region. Projects may include greenfield development projects, brownfield development projects, mergers and acquisitions and divestments.
  • Performing and coordinating legal due diligence, evaluation and risk analysis with respect to energy infrastructure projects.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating legal documents, at each stage of the development of a project bid submission, preferred bidder stage and financial close including project development agreements, joint venture agreements, partnership agreements, exclusivity agreements, acquisition and/or disposal agreements, power purchase, engineering procurement and construction (EPC) contracts, operation and maintenance (O&M) contracts, financing documents, energy service agreements and real estate related agreements.
  • Providing general advice on contract management and all legal matters as they arise (including BBBEE, regulatory and local law issues, in coordination with local counsel as the case may be) during the development, construction and operation phases of ENGIE's projects in South Africa and, as the case may be, other jurisdictions in the AMEA region.
  • Contributing to the obtaining of internal approvals and authorizations, including by preparing legal risk memos and participating in project or investment review meetings.
  • Providing advice in relation to all aspects of corporate governance for ENGIE South African subsidiaries and affiliates including with respect to entity formation and dissolution, structuring BBBEE participation, trust and trust company related matters.
  • Providing general advice in relation to socio economic development, skills development and / or any other BBBEE related matters.
  • Providing dispute resolution advice to ENGIE South African subsidiaries and affiliates.
  • Monitoring trends in the regulation of the energy sector, in construction law and agreements related to the development of independent power projects.
  • Supervising and reviewing work prepared by trainee(s).
  • Contributing to the development and improvement of internal procedures for the conduct of business activities in South Africa.
  • Contributing to the implementation and use of the document management system.
  • Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures issued by ENGIE, monitoring and reporting on noncompliance with policies or procedures, pending or threatened violations of law or ethical values of the ENGIE Group; reporting of ethical issues, if any, as they arise, encouraging a culture of compliance with laws and integrity in the ENGIE Group.
  • Controlling the use, quality and cost of external legal counsels; and
  • Undertaking other duties as may be requested by the General Counsel.

4. Communication and Working Relationships

Internal:

  • General Counsel ENGIE Southern Africa
  • General Counsel AMEA Region
  • AMEA Legal and Ethics team
  • Business development teams
  • Acquisition, investment and financial advisory teams
  • Engineering and technical support teams

External:

  • Offtakers
  • Tendering authorities
  • Project companies
  • Operation and maintenance companies
  • Joint venture partners
  • Subcontractors
  • Sponsor legal advisors
  • Lender legal advisors

5. Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Degree / Experience

  • Admitted as an Attorney to practice law in RSA
  • 8 to 10 years

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