PPA Legal Counsel

ABEI ENERGY: Give this World Good Energy

Are you ready to work in a dynamic, innovative, and sustainable environment where you can grow professionally while transforming the world? At ABEI, we offer more than just a job—we invite you to be part of the energy revolution.

Why work with us?

Continuous Learning: You'll tackle unique challenges in the renewable energy sector, from large-scale photovoltaic projects to innovations in wind energy and energy storage. Every day is an opportunity to grow and innovate.

Collaborative & Inspiring Team: At ABEI, teamwork is our engine. You'll work alongside international experts passionate about creating sustainable solutions, all while enjoying a positive, collaborative atmosphere.

Ongoing Development & Training: We invest in your growth. With internal training programs and access to in-house technical experts, you'll learn from industry leaders who are eager to share their experience.

Global Impact Projects: You'll be part of initiatives that reduce carbon emissions and create a cleaner, more sustainable future for millions of people.

Role Description:

We're looking to add a PPA and Corporate Legal Counsel to our team based in Madrid. Reporting directly to the Legal Director, this person will mainly be responsible for leading general legal aspects of PPA opportunities of the company globally as well as corporate affairs. We're searching for a highly skilled lawyer with 3–5+ years of experience in the energy sector, specializing in the drafting, review, and negotiation in Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in complex contract negotiations and a deep understanding of the commercial and regulatory aspects of energy transactions, as well as proven knowledge and experience in dealing with day-to-day corporate affairs.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Draft, review, and negotiate physical and virtual PPAs for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, storage) connected to the grid or for self-consumption in Spain and/or all other jurisdictions where ABEI is located (i.e. USA, Italy, UK, Germany, Poland, etc).
• Lead negotiations with offtakers, utilities, traders, and large consumers, ensuring alignment with project and business objectives.
• Identify and assess contractual risks, proposing effective mitigation strategies.
• Support project finance transactions where the PPA is a key component, taking care of the bankability of the agreement and the project.
• Collaborate closely with other departments (development, finance, technical) and external advisors.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting PPAs in relevant jurisdictions.
• Draft and management all the corporate resolutions to be adopted within ABEI Group (Spain in particular).
• Management and coordination with law firms, notary offices and registry offices.

Requirements:

• Law Degree.
• Additional qualifications in Energy Law or Commercial Law are a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating PPAs and related renewable energy project agreements.
• Deep knowledge of bankability concerns with regards to PPAs in the context of a project financing.
• C-1 of legal English (both written and spoken) is a must; additional languages are a plus.
• A dynamic, proactive person with the ability to adapt and work in a dynamic, fluid and results-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, good communication and negotiation skills, and ability to work independently.
• International experience (Europe, US, LATAM) is not required but is a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive market-compatible salary.
• Full-time permanent contract.
• Career progression opportunities in a fast-growing international company.