Legal Counsel CCU / CCS (f/m/d)

E.ON Energy Projects GmbH | Permanent | Full time; Part time

E.ON Energy Projects GmbH designs, finances, builds, operates and optimises decentralised, large-scale power generation plants for industrial customers. Since 2000, we realised projects of more than 1 gigawatt across Europe. With our bespoke integrated solutions, we drive decarbonisation and digitalisation in the energy-intensive industries. We shape the future of energy. 

At E.ON diversity matters. We welcome all people and are convinced that differences make us stronger. Become part of our inclusive and diverse company culture! To create equal opportunities for everyone we offer our positions in full- or part-time.

Seize the chance to become part of our E.ON Energy Projects GmbH team in München as soon as possible and apply online now as Legal Counsel CCU / CCS (f/m/d). Create perspectives not only for the future of E.ON, but also for your own. We can't wait to meet you, because none of us is as strong as all of us.

Your responsibilities

• As Legal Counsel CCU / CCS (f/m/d) you provide operative legal support, including coordination of all legal matters related to the origination, development, and operation of EEP's new CCUS business in Germany and other European countries
• The role will require an experienced project lawyer capable of drafting and negotiating contracts in a lead role at all parts of the project value chain, from customer-facing agreements, finance-related documentation, through to logistics and supply chain contracts, all under a diverse range of national and international standard and bespoke contract forms
• You create new contractual solutions to ensure risk management, commercial viability, and bankability along the whole CCUS value chain in contracts with partners, suppliers, and other stakeholders, all in compliance with E.ON's policies
• You identify and mitigate legal risks deriving from cooperation with public stakeholders
• You coordinate with all members of E.ON's Infrastructure Solutions business across Europe in helping to resolve the day-to-day commercial, technical, and legal issues
• You coordinate with other members of E.ON's legal teams as well as other support functions to ensure consistent application of E.ON's processes
• You mandate, instruct, as well as manage external lawyers in accordance with agreed budgets

Your profile

• German fully qualified lawyer (both state examinations well above average) with at least 5 years of experience as project lawyer gained from an international law firm and/or in-house in the energy industry or in CCUS related businesses (e.g. oil and gas, hydrogen, ammonia or LNG)
• Relevant experience advising, drafting and negotiating in common law and civil law jurisdictions
• Strong organisational, analytical and negotiation skills, combined with pragmatism and a strong commercial sense – credible in front of business and customers alike
• The ability to work autonomously as the main project legal support, but work effectively imbedded within inter-disciplinary teams of international professionals
• The ability to manage a varied and demanding workload, with patience and humour is essential
• German and English language skills to negotiation level are essential – with demonstrable experience of drafting and negotiating in German and English
• Candidates should be prepared to undertake frequent travel within Europe

Your benefits
E.ON is united in working on the most exciting issue that our generation needs to solve: climate change! With all our employees and customers, we are a global community of innovators and changemakers, all with the belief that each one of us can make a difference for our environment, for our society and for our children – #WE shape the energy future. To keep you motivated and healthy we are offering you the following benefits and services:

• High flexibility: a hybrid working model and flexible working hours based on a 38-hour week for a harmonious work-life balance
• Working abroad: up to 20 days in the European economic area
• Flat hierarchies & welcoming culture: interdisciplinary, cooperative working style, team spirit and room for ideas and creativity
• Modern, agile working environment: a workplace that meets digital and ergonomic standards
• Personal growth: lifelong, independent learning using a wide range of training and development opportunities
• Family service: in all life situations through cooperation partners in child and holiday care, care assistance or everyday support
• Health & well-being: large selection of fresh food and drinks in our canteen as well as various health offers
• Corporate benefits: employee share programme, pension scheme, employee discounts, special insurances (and much more)
• Individual mobility: from private car and bicycle leasing to a subsidised job ticket
• Regular team events: seasonal parties and internal networking events to celebrate success and achievement together

Do you have questions?
For further information please contact Kyra Temma, kyra.temma@eon.com. Are you already convinced that this is the next step in your career? If yes, we would be happy if you would register and apply online (Job ID 226873). Just a quick note: Please only use our official application portal to apply. Unfortunately, we can't consider applications sent via email. We really appreciate your understanding!

What you need to know:
Contract type: Permanent
Work Model: Hybrid
Working time: Full time; Part time
Company: E.ON Energy Projects GmbH
Location: München
Function area: Compliance; Project/Program Management; Renewables