Senior Legal Counsel Administrative Law - Italy

Senior Legal Counsel Administrative Law - Italy

Senior Legal Counsel Administrative Law - Italy

Apply locations Milano - Martesana time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R0001267 R0001267 Senior Legal Counsel Administrative Law - Italy (Open)

We’re Nadara. We work harmoniously with the power of nature and the communities around us to power lifetimes to come. We call our approach ‘living energy’.

We don’t just produce renewable energy, we live it – recognising our relationship with the people touched by our business and supporting social, educational, cultural, and environmental initiatives that contribute to the development of the communities we work alongside.

Job Description Summary:

A key role within a busy, pan-European legal team, acting as senior legal counsel in Italy, responsible for managing all administrative law aspects related to the company’s operations in Italy. The position requires and provides for the development of a wide range of legal, management and communication skills through (i) assistance with all types of administrative work, (ii) the co-operation with internal commercial managers, and (iii) the provision of advice to internal stakeholders on various legal and compliance matters.

Job Description:

The role will (i) provide strategic legal support to the business, ensuring compliance with Italian administrative law and (ii) support the wider team to provide timely and relevant advice to other teams within the Nadara business in relation to renewable energy projects to ensure successful operations, with a focus on:

• Providing legal support for the development of renewable energy projects, ensuring compliance with Italian regulations.
• Advising on permitting processes and regulatory approvals at local, regional, and national levels.
• Liaising with public authorities, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders when needed.
• Negotiating and drafting land lease agreements, purchase agreements, easements, and other real estate-related contracts.
• Managing Notary Public’s activity.
• Ensuring compliance with zoning and land-use regulations.
• Handling and coordinating legal disputes related to permitting, land agreements, and other administrative or regulatory matters.
• Managing external counsel when necessary.
• Monitoring changes in Italian administrative and energy laws, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks and liaising with the Regulatory Team.
• Advising on public tenders, subsidies, and regulatory incentives applicable to renewable energy projects.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements related to project development agreements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Law degree from an accredited Italian university.
• 7+ years of legal experience, preferably in the renewable energy or infrastructure sector.
• Expertise in administrative law, permitting, real estate, and litigation in Italy.
• Strong knowledge of Italian energy regulations and environmental permitting processes.
• Experience in negotiating contracts with landowners, municipalities, and regulatory authorities.
• Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills in Italian and English.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in a multinational or corporate environment is an advantage.

Competencies & Behaviours

• Proactive, autonomous and adaptable.
• Good team player, able to build trust within the team and the wider business.
• A flexible approach to working requirements.
• Dedication to achieving both personal and team goals and a drive to succeed.
• Good commercial awareness and ability to liaise with different members of the business.
• A willingness to provide solutions, and to expand expertise.

Pay & Benefits
With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes flexible working policy, development and training opportunities, a wide range of initiatives dedicated to wellbeing and mental health. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Renewable Energy providers in the world then please do get in touch with us!

Equal Opportunity Statement
Our company is an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI). DEI provides an anchor for our long-term business strategy and permeates through our day-to-day culture, ensuring people of all backgrounds can thrive. We hire based on merit, competence, and qualifications, with salary determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. We’ll achieve our vision through the energy and expertise of talented people like you. Join us and help secure the future of people and the planet!

What do we expect from you?
We expect from you passion, commitment and, most of all, the desire to learn in each activity you’re tasked with. We always look for enablers of growth!

Location: Milano - Martesana

Time Type: Full time

Worker Subtype: Regular