Key Responsibilities
Contract Management
* Review and negotiate contracts for German/European PV projects (EPC, roof leasing agreements, equipment procurement, PPA), focusing on risk mitigation strategies.
* Lead legal risk control for Turnkey rooftop PV projects to ensure compliant delivery.
Energy Regulation & Policy Compliance
* Monitor German Renewable Energy Act (EEG), EU directives, and local subsidy policies; provide compliance guidance.
* Support project life-cycle legal needs (building permits, grid access approvals, environmental assessments).
Compliance System Optimization
* Enhance compliance processes under GmbHG, GDPR, and Anti-Money Laundering Act (GWG).
* Provide specialized advice on rooftop PV risks (e.g., building codes, grid integration) and support HQ in developing localized risk frameworks.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
* Manage lawsuits, arbitrations, and administrative disputes related to project development/grid access/subsidies.
Qualifications
Education:
* German law degree (specialization in Corporate/Commercial/Renewable Energy Law preferred).
Experience:
* 3+ years in legal roles with energy/infrastructure contract review and compliance expertise.
* Experience in multinational legal departments or international law firms (Germany) preferred.
* Key Plus: Deep understanding of rooftop PV legal risks (roof ownership, EEG compliance) or M&A integration.
Skills:
* Language: Fluent German & English (written/spoken); Mandarin is a plus.
* Legal Expertise:
* BGB, EEG/local subsidies, GDPR
* BauGB and grid compliance requirements
* Bonus: Ability to draft employment contracts or advise on labor law issues.
Personal Attributes:
* Business-oriented mindset with pragmatic legal solutions for PV projects.
* Cross-cultural collaboration skills for global-local coordination.