Avaada - Specialist - Contracting & Commercial

Job Summary:

The Contracting and Commercial Specialist with a focus on Taxation & Compliance and Legal Affairs in the Renewable Energy industry plays a crucial role in ensuring the contractual, legal, and compliance aspects of solar and wind projects. This position requires a seasoned professional with expertise in contract management, legal affairs, and a deep understanding of taxation and compliance regulations specific to the Renewable Energy sector.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Contract Management for Renewable Projects:

- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts for solar and wind projects, including EPC agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and land lease agreements.

- Ensure contracts align with legal requirements, industry standards, and specific considerations of renewable energy projects.

2. Legal Advisory for Renewable Energy Projects:

- Provide legal guidance on project-specific issues, including regulatory compliance, permitting, environmental impact assessments, and contractual obligations.

- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and legal teams to address unique legal challenges in the renewable energy sector.

3. Commercial Compliance in Renewable Energy:

- Monitor and ensure compliance with local and international laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to renewable energy projects.

- Work closely with project teams to integrate compliance considerations into commercial activities.

4. Taxation Management for Renewable Projects:

- Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to develop and implement tax strategies for solar and wind projects.

- Assess tax implications for renewable energy transactions and provide recommendations to optimize tax positions.

5. Regulatory Compliance in Renewable Energy:

- Stay informed about changes in regulations affecting the renewable energy industry.

- Develop and maintain compliance programs, policies, and procedures tailored to the unique regulatory landscape of the renewable energy sector.

6. Due Diligence for Renewable Transactions:

- Conduct legal due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, or other strategic initiatives in the renewable energy space.

- Provide insights and recommendations based on legal and compliance assessments specific to solar and wind projects.

7. Dispute Resolution in Renewable Projects:

- Manage legal disputes related to renewable energy projects and collaborate with external legal counsel when necessary.

- Work towards resolving disputes in a manner that aligns with the objectives of renewable energy initiatives.

8. Training and Awareness in Renewable Energy Compliance:

- Conduct training sessions and awareness programs to educate internal teams on legal, taxation, and compliance matters specific to the renewable energy industry.

- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical behavior in the context of renewable energy projects.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Law; additional qualifications in Taxation or Compliance are advantageous.

- Proven experience in contract management and legal affairs within the Renewable Energy sector.

- Strong understanding of commercial law, taxation principles, and regulatory frameworks specific to solar and wind projects.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Familiarity with international and local regulations impacting the renewable energy industry.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

- Detail-oriented with a high level of integrity and ethical standards.