Legal Specialist

Greenvolt Poweris our segment dedicated to the Development & Constructionof utility-scale solar and wind projects. We value local expertise and empower our partners, counting already with business presence in more 16 countries (Europe & North America).

Greenvoltis seeking a proactive and business-orientedLegal Specialistto support Greenvolt's operations in Hungary. This role is intended for a legal professional with 3-5 years of experience, including exposure to the energy sector, who can independently manage legal matters and serve as a reliable point of contact for the local business.

The successful candidate will provide legal support across project development, construction and operational activities, with a strong focus on energy-related legal matters. This position requires regular interaction with internal stakeholders and external parties, ensuring legal risks are properly assessed and business objectives are supported.

Key accountabilities

• Provide legal support to the Hungarian business across development, construction and operational activities.

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including EPC, O&M, consultancy, supplier and service agreements.

• Support project development activities, permitting processes and regulatory matters related to renewable energy projects.

• Identify legal risks and provide practical, business-oriented solutions to internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate with external law firms, regulatory authorities and public entities when required.

• Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting the renewable energy sector in Hungary.

• Support corporate governance and compliance activities when necessary.

• Assist in dispute prevention and management activities.

• Maintain legal documentation and contract management records.

• Provide legal guidance to internal departments, including Development, Engineering, Procurement and Operations.
• Act as a local legal focal point and ensure continuity of legal support in the absence of senior legal team members.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Law
• Qualification to practice law in Hungary is considered a strong advantage.
• 3-5 years of professional legal experience.
• Previous experience within the renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities or construction sectors.
• Solid understanding of Hungarian legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Exposure to project development and energy-related legal matters.
• Experience managing external legal counsel.
• Fluency in Hungarian and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risks and commercial objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.  

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