Legal Counsel – Renewable Energy & Investment Sector

The Adecco Group is the world's leading provider of human resource solutions and Global Fortune 500 company. At Adecco, we daily connect more than 700,000 people from 60 countries around the world with work opportunities with our clients - leading employers from various industries. But our goal goes beyond just finding new jobs for the people - our goal is to help you find a fulfilling job, the perfect match for you, a position in which you will do what you love. And this is not just a job for us, this is our passion! 

On behalf of one of our trusted clients, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to join a dynamic and rapidly expanding international investment group operating at the forefront of the renewable energy. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to complex, high-value transactions and innovative infrastructure projects shaping the future of clean energy across Europe and beyond. 

 
About the Role:

As Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in supporting the legal and regulatory framework underpinning the operations of a diversified energy investment group with over €1 billion in assets under management. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, including senior management and project teams, across multiple jurisdictions, advising on a wide range of matters including corporate law, finance, M&A, regulatory compliance, and commercial transactions.

 
Key Responsibilities:

 

• Draft, negotiate, and review corporate, commercial, and financial legal documentation, including loan agreements, collateral instruments, shareholder resolutions, and intercompany contracts
• Support project execution by conducting and/or reviewing legal due diligence for acquisitions, joint ventures, and project finance transactions
• Manage corporate governance for group entities and subsidiaries, including drafting of board resolutions, shareholder minutes, and regulatory filings
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, particularly in relation to KYC/AML procedures
• Collaborate with external legal advisors and international counterparties to support cross-border transactions
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to renewable energy, finance, and investment operations

 

Qualifications & Experience:

 

• University degree in Bulgarian Law and full legal capacity; qualification in English law or another EU jurisdiction is a strong advantage
• Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience, ideally within an international law firm, financial institution, or multinational corporate legal department
• Proven experience in corporate law, project finance, or investment structuring in a cross-border context
• Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Excellent drafting skills and keen attention to legal detail
• Strong command of MS Office and legal research tools
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent communication and time management skills

 

What’s on Offer:

 

• Direct exposure to complex renewable energy and infrastructure investment projects across Europe
• A fast-paced environment offering professional development and career progression in a future-focused industry
• Modern office located in central Sofia with excellent public transport access
• Supportive and collaborative team culture, with regular team-building events and professional workshops
• A competitive remuneration package reflecting experience and qualifications
• Opportunity to contribute to the acceleration of the energy transition in a meaningful and impactful way

 
If you are driven by legal complexity, passionate about clean energy, and ready to join a mission-driven organization with a strong international presence, we invite you to submit your CV in English.

All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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