Legal Counsel - Renewable PPAs, Global Trading (f/m/d)

 Our Global Trading Law team is looking for YOU!   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

• Provide legal support to Uniper’s global commodities business by delivering expert advice and guidance regarding derivative and physical transactions in a wide range of energy commodities, with main focus on Renewable PPA structures
• Lead the negotiation and administration of master trading agreements (e.g. ISDA, EFET) or other Renewable PPA documentation
• Collaborate closely with the commercial and risk functions within the Uniper Group and assist in the development, drafting and negotiation of structured commodities transactions
• Provide legal support in the coordination and setting up of internal structures and processes and assist with drafting and implementation of internal agreements
• Assist in the identification, assessment and monitoring of current and emerging regulatory and compliance issues impacting the business 
• Coordinate with all members of the business (across the globe) in helping to resolve the day-to-day legal issues of the global trading business and Uniper´s energy transition journey

Your profile

• Fully qualified attorney or transactional attorney (Wirtschaftsjurist) with strong academic credentials required 
• Preferably relevant experience with Renewable PPAs in various European jurisdictions
• Multiple years of experience advising on and negotiating master trading agreements (e.g. ISDA, EFET) required
• Preferably multiple years of experience advising clients in structured commodity trading transactions, in particular power and natural gas
• Specific experience with REMIT, MiFID, EMIR and/or Dodd Frank preferred
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, judgment, enthusiasm and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a dynamic, fast-paced, global environment
• Ability to take the lead and work independently on any responsibilities within the job description
• Excellent verbal and written command of the English language is essential; German language skills very helpful
• Focused, well organised, team orientated and agile personality
• Collaborative way of working
• Credible and trusted lawyer who is able to build strong relationships at all levels of the business and with all internal and external stakeholders, acting as an objective and impartial adviser

Your benefits

• Choosing how, where, and when to work in accordance with your team and the requirements of your job
• Modern and ergonomic equipment for your workplace (home & office)
• Support to balance private life and work: Sabbaticals, part-time possibilities, family service

• Car and bike leasing offer (deferred compensation) 
• E-car charging stations at almost all Uniper locations

Health offers:

• Flu vaccination
• Preventive health services
• Employee assistance program

Company pension:

• Employer-funded contributions to a modern pension system
• Possibility of self-funded contributions with employer-funded matching

Trainings:

• Lifelong training
• Coaching

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at:

career@uniper.energy

Attention! Please apply via the button in this portal. Application documents that reach us by post will not be returned and, like those we receive by e-mail, can unfortunately not be considered!

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.