Associate General Counsel - Legal Contracts

About Enfinity Global:

Enfinity Global is a purpose-driven company focused on making a positive impact on the planet by helping companies, governments, and individuals transition to a carbon-free and sustainable economy. Our role as a leading IPP is to develop, finance, build, operate, and own renewable energy assets in the long term in Europe, Asia, and the Americas through our offices in the USA, Spain, Italy, UK, Netherlands, India, and Japan.
Our team of over 350 Enfiniters comprises seasoned finance professionals, as well as experienced project developers and operators with extensive industry experience across all stages of the project life cycle. We pride ourselves on being creative and innovative solution providers to our customers and partners.

Job Description :
Enfinity is looking for a GM / AVP - Legal & Contracts who will be able to handle all of the activities herein below with experience in:
Supply Chain Management:
Knowledge in handling gamut of activities ranging from negotiating & managing contracts, handling contractual issues, replying and preparing claim notices such extension of time, liquidated damages, termination, change & variations, claims and contract closure
Handling end to end contracting and procurement and associated negotiation activities
Co-ordinating with internal and external stakeholders for preparation of technical specifications /requirements, contract documents
Drafting, reviewing and managing all Contracts and other high value contracts not limited to EPC Contracts (incl. Pre-Award & Post-Contract issues & matters associated therewith). Having knowledge over the Module Supply Agreements (incl. high sea agreements), execution of Turnkey Project Agreements for developing the renewable or water projects are preferable
Ensure to run the variations or amendments to the contracts / agreements on the basis of commercial, technical and legal negotiations, taken place from time to time and ensure the contractual compliances thereon.
Ensure smooth closure (issuance of Completion Certificates or Work Completion Certificates), in consultation with Head of EPC/Development, with contractors & sub-contractors.
Identify contractual risk and risk mitigations to appraise the Management from time to time
Support Commercial and Projects team in contracts administration, correspondence, change management, variation claims including settlements thereon from time to time
Handle warranty and guarantee related claims and/or contractual matters/disputes/differences
Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and finalisation of Purchase Orders / Service Orders / Power Purchase Agreements (C&I), EPC contracts, BOS contracts and all other commercial contracts

Legal:
Handle litigations and court cases relating to commercial contracts
Preparation of petitions (including writ petitions), making necessary submissions or replies in litigation cases relating to or arising from any commercial contracts
Conducting arbitral proceedings on all disputes arising out commercial contracts
Reply and/or refute on legal notices, arising out of commercial contracts
Handle civil and criminal cases, where issues arising out of commercial contracts
Handle regulatory compliances, making policies of the Company relating to commercial contracts
Advise Management on legal and contractual issues from time to time
Advise on rules and regulations & appraise the management from time to time if any of such revision in rules or regulations have impact on the Company or Company financials.
Drafting, reviewing/vetting and execution of:
NDAs, Business Understanding or Memorandum of understandings,
Joint Development Agreements, Consortium Agreements, technology partner agreements, sponsorship agreements, CSR agreements and all other management contracts/agreements  as may be required by the Company from time to time
EPC Contracts, Project Agreements (Power Purchase Agreements, Offtaker Agreements, O&M Agreements, Wrap Agreements, right of way, right of use, easement agreements, common infra sharing agreements etc.,), Module Supply Agreements, Development Agreements

Requirements

8-10 years of post-qualification experience on the cited aspects with a Graduation in Law and strong commercial understanding. Renewable Energy sector background is a must. Should have experience in handling all the issues stated under the

Job Description and able to step up to the needs of the organisation. Should be presentable with excellent drafting and communication skills.
Technical Understanding is an added advantage

In the Enfinity Global group, you will find a very dynamic and multinational environment in one of the most exciting and impactful industries. Here we will foster your professional and personal growth, and you will have the opportunity to actively contribute and make a real impact on climate change.

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