​We are partnering with a leading international organisation in the renewable energy sector to appoint an In-house Legal Associate to join their growing South African team, based in Cape Town.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy transition, supporting the development and delivery of large-scale wind and solar projects.

The Role

As a trusted legal partner to multidisciplinary teams, you will provide end-to-end legal support across the lifecycle of renewable energy projects - from development and investment through to construction and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, including:

• Project and construction contracts

• Partnership and shareholder agreements

• Land and asset transactions

• Supporting project bids and tender submissions

• Advising business teams on legal and regulatory requirements

• Assisting with project structuring, joint ventures, and acquisitions

• Managing external legal counsel

• Supporting dispute resolution and risk mitigation strategies

• Contributing to internal governance, compliance, and legal reporting

What We’re Looking For:

• LLB or BCom Law

• 5–10 years’ relevant legal experience

• Strong background in commercial contracts and project-based environments

• Experience in infrastructure, energy, or industrial sectors (renewables highly advantageous)

• Commercially minded with strong negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on impactful renewable energy projects shaping the future of energy

• Join a dynamic and growing international business

• Exposure to complex, high-value transactions and projects

• Be part of a collaborative, high-performing team environment