Project Development Legal Expert

1 day ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Watershed Consulting Full time

**Job Description:**

Watershed Consulting - Project Development Legal Expert

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Development Legal Expert to join our team at Watershed Consulting. The successful candidate will have a strong legal background, with experience in renewable energy project development and contract management.

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for conducting due diligence on land-related aspects during project acquisitions and ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met. You will also draft and negotiate contracts, including power purchase agreements, grid connection agreements, and land lease agreements.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar legal role, with 3+ years of experience in land acquisition, preferably within the renewable energy sector in South Africa. Experience in project finance / infrastructure development in South Africa and/or corporate law with exposure to various agreements will be advantageous.

The estimated salary for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Requirements:

  • A Legal related tertiary qualification, Business Administration or degree in related Engineering discipline;
  • Must have 5 years experience in a similar legal role;
  • 3+ years of experience in land acquisition, preferably within the renewable energy sector in South Africa;
  • Experience in project finance / infrastructure development in South Africa and/or corporate law with exposure to various agreements will be advantageous;
  • Direct experience in renewable energy will be advantageous;
  • Must be confident in handling multiple long agreements;
  • The ideal candidate will have an acute attention to detail, excellent organization and document management skills;
  • Must be fully proficient in English (verbal and written communication), and an excellent communicator;
  • Must be fully computer literate (MS Office Suite and Google App Suite);
  • The ideal candidate will be passionate about the renewable energy industry and will embody respect and responsibility in the full sense of the word, while enjoying contributing to a team of highly knowledgeable professionals


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