Legal Counsel

Gasum is a Nordic energy expert. Our purpose is to secure access to cleaner energy for our customers. We help them navigate the energy transition towards continuously reducing emissions. Would you like to join us in helping companies achieve their climate goals?

We are looking for a Legal Counsel based in our Espoo office to join Gasum's Legal team.

In your role as Legal Counsel, you will assist different departments in the company with legal issues, concentrating mainly on contract and corporate law. Your responsibilities will include leading contract negotiations, drafting agreements, and managing legal risks. You will work in close cooperation with the legal team and key stakeholders in different business units.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Assisting with contract drafting, negotiations, project and dispute management, regulatory issues, M&A projects, business integration, and divestments
• Ensuring compliance with laws and internal guidelines
• Supporting the Finance unit with the KYC process and other internal procedures
• Developing and maintain the company's model contracts and templates
• Drafting corporate law documents
• Managing legal risks effectively

What we expect from you:

• a Master of Laws degree
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience from a law firm or as an in-house counsel
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in Finnish and English, Swedish is a benefit
• Excellent cooperation skills, as the work is mainly done in collaboration with colleagues from business
• Good analytical skills to evaluate options and identify the best fit for purpose
• Ability to find feasible legal solutions within given resources, including time for preparation
• Strong commitment to regulatory compliance, especially in the energy sector

What we offer you:

• Interesting tasks in a Nordic work environment and insights into the renewable energy transition
• Development opportunities in our sustainable, innovative and inclusive company
• An inspiring and modern workplace and an encouraging team to support you
• Various employment benefits and events

At Gasum, we live by our values Respect, Sustainability and Positive energy. Our ethical code covers looking after people and the environment alike. We aim at building a cleaner tomorrow.

Are you interested in this position?

We look forward to your application! Please apply latest by 6.10.2024, enclosing your CV and motivation letter. For inquiries about the vacancy, please contact Terhi Nyyssönen +358407122082.

Gasum values equality and diversity within the work community. We welcome applicants from different backgrounds, such as people of different ages, genders, and those belonging to different language, cultural, or minority groups. Learn more about our company.