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Senior Legal Counsel

Job Ref: HP-2086

Ulm, Germany
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Solar PV

€Excellent + Bonus + Car + Career Progression


Are you passionate about making a significant impact in Germany's renewable energy sector?

A leading company specialising in utility-scale solar and storage solutions is looking for a talented Senior Legal Counsel to join their team.


The Company:

Our client is a leading European renewable energy platform with significant backing from a global infrastructure investor. Having grown from a specialist developer into a major independent power producer the business is now entering a new phase of expansion, with a pipeline of over 15 GW of solar and energy storage projects across Europe.


As part of this growth, we are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to take a key leadership role within the German team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-profile position with clear succession potential, offering both hands-on legal responsibility and the chance to shape the future legal structure of the organisation in Germany


The Role:

  • Lead on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts across development, construction, land, and commercial activities.
  • Provide expert legal advice on property and leasing matters, ensuring projects progress smoothly and within regulatory frameworks.
  • Operate as the go-to legal advisor for the German business, maintaining strong collaboration with international colleagues.
  • Deliver practical, solutions-oriented guidance to internal stakeholders across development, transactions, and senior management.
  • Shape the legal strategy and governance frameworks for the business in Germany, introducing processes that support long-term growth.
  • Actively contribute to leadership discussions, influencing key decisions and helping to drive the business forward.


The Person:

  • Qualified lawyer in Germany with a strong grounding in renewable energy, real estate, and leasing law.
  • Minimum 6 years post PQE.
  • Experienced in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex project agreements.
  • Proactive, diligent, and able to take ownership of structuring legal frameworks.
  • Skilled at stakeholder management and relationship building.
  • Motivated by the opportunity to work in a dynamic, international, and entrepreneurial environment.
  • Native-level German speaker with strong English proficiency.


If you're ready to play a crucial role in advancing renewable energy objectives and promoting a greener future I need to hear from you today!

Please send your CV and availability for a call immediately.


Nickie Lynch

Senior Consultant

Hunter Philips Ltd, UK – Global Executive Search – Renewable Energy

Hunter Philips Inc, USA, Australia

Email: nickie.lynch@hunterphilips.com


Summer Mee
Summer Mee

Recruitment Consultant

+44 161 240 9281
summer.mee@hunterphilips.com

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