CHIEF LEGAL EXPERT (F/M/D)

Company Description

Do you want to contribute to projects shaping the future of energy in the Baltics and beyond? Ignitis Group shared service center is a part of the Ignitis Group – a renewables-focused integrated utility. Our purpose is to create a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

The Centre boasts a diverse range of competencies that not only ensure the smooth operation of daily activities across the Group but also support the energy transition in the Baltic Sea region. We are involved with all the Group’s products, from solar parks to electric vehicle charging stations. Given the scope and variety of projects, our team includes specialists in multiple disciplines, such as law, IT, HR, communications, procurement, and more. Every colleague, regardless of their area of expertise, contributes to the development of energy independence in Lithuania and beyond, extending to neighbouring countries. 

www.ignitisgrupe.lt 

Job Description

We are currently looking for a new team member for the Corporate Law team, who will help us and the Ignitis Group achieve a common goal – corporate governance based on best practices and enabling business. Our in-house legal team is exceptionally qualified and professional, playing a crucial role as a business partner within the Group. We possess extensive knowledge and experience across various legal fields. Our team is curious, dynamic, and friendly. We're looking for more brilliant people.

Take YOUR part in #EnergySmart! 

You will contribute to green and secure energy ecosystem creation by:

• Providing expert corporate law and governance support to Ignitis Renewables Board and Executive Team.
• Drafting and ensuring respective legal documentation is in conformity with laws, company interests, and best international practices (explanatory memorandums, board minutes, shareholder resolutions, etc.).
• Leading other corporate lawyers working on Ignitis Renewables entities' corporate matters, providing feedback on corporate documents.
• Assisting the business team in finding unconventional legal solutions for various practical corporate law issues, participating in projects implemented by the Group, ensuring the management of legal matters within them.
• Being responsible for the overall supervision of the corporate governance of Ignitis Renewables.
• Overseeing the EU Corporate Governance Framework and governance area policies and procedures.
• Supporting the delivery of initiatives and roadmaps aimed at improving governance.

Qualifications

• Higher education in law (master‘s degree).
• 7+ years of professional post-qualification experience in-house or in a law firm in respective areas of expertise.
• Comfort to work in cross-cultural teams, collaborating across country boundaries with a sense of diversity and inclusion.
• Outstanding team working skills and the ability to build excellent relationships at senior level.
• Fluency in Lithuanian and English languages (both spoken and written).

Would be an advantage:

• Experience in energy/renewables sector

Additional Information

• A package of additional benefits to choose from: pension accumulation, health insurance, or another benefit from the selectable benefits list in the MELP application.
• Additional paid days for health improvement, short-term illness, volunteering, and accumulated work experience.
• A hybrid work model (3+2) and flexible working hours; 
• Internal career opportunities.
• Extensive learning and qualification enhancement programs.
• Mentorship-based culture designed to facilitate meaningful and value-driven work. 
• Leverage your knowledge and experience in unique energy projects of national importance.

Join a growing and increasingly international team of energy smart people united by a common purpose. We all play our part in creating a 100% green and secure energy ecosystem for current and future generations.

As we pursue our strategic goals to increase gender balance in Ignitis Group, we are indicating “f/m/d” next to job titles, meaning we welcome candidates of all genders – female, male or diverse.
Ignitis Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against race, religion, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability or other personal traits unrelated to work obligations.