Parkwind – Senior Legal Counsel

Reference number: VL/BE/4063/25

Company Lawyer Permanent position Leuven

Parkwind | Senior Legal Counsel

Our client

Parkwind develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. Since 2023 Parkwind has been wholly owned by JERA, the Japanese energy group that is one of the world’s largest electricity producers. It is now part of JERA Nex, JERA’s renewable energy subsidiary.

With more than a decade of experience and 1028MW under operational management worldwide, Parkwind is currently expanding internationally. Their team of 160 professionals works from Belgium (Leuven & Ostend), Germany, Ireland, Norway, Greece, Australia, and New Zealand, and is committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone.

Considering its further international business expansion, Parkwind is looking to enlarge its Legal Team for ‘Contracting & Procurement’ with a Senior Legal Counsel.

Function

You will support and assist the teams within Parkwind in the development and construction of an offshore wind farm, from start to finish, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, company policies, industry practice.

More specifically, you will support the project, under the direction of the lead counsel contracting & procurement, which shall include the following tasks and responsibilities:

  • Tender management
  • Contract negotiations
  • Drafting a variety of contracts for the development and construction of an offshore wind farm (e.g. supply contracts, contract for offshore services, transport & installation contracts, etc.)
  • Contract management
  • Document management
  • Project-related communication
  • Risk management and risk mitigation
  • Claim management and avoidance
  • Dispute resolution
  • Stakeholder management
  • Knowledge management

Profile

  • You have a master’ degree in lawwith a strong interest in contract law
  • You have preferably 7-10 years of relevant professional experience. Such experience in the energy sector is an advantage.
  • You are solution-oriented and pro-active.
  • You can manage several things at the same time without losing oversight.
  • You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • You possess a high level of integrity.
  • You have an analytical mindset and pay attention to details.
  • You are flexible and willing to travel on an occasional basis.
  • You are fluent in English. Fluency in Dutch and/or French is a plus.

Offer

  • A position in a stimulating, entrepreneurial and professional environment in a company that operates within a sustainable, fast-growing international industry and is part of a larger, well-funded and long-term ambition to contribute to global decarbonization.
  • A challenging function with a lot of variety where you will enjoy a high level of autonomy in organizing your work, whilst being supported and coached by the lead counsel contracting & procurement.
  • Being part of an international team that benefits from different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.
  • A dynamic and high-tech no-nonsense work environment.
  • The ability to develop your personal and professional skills to achieve your full potential.
  • An attractive remuneration based on your skills and achievements combined with an extensive package of extra-legal benefits.
  • An exciting journey amidst high-performing and ambitious individuals who consider job satisfaction important and also enjoy our private lives.

About Vialegis

By creating perfect matches between legal professionals and organizations, we don’t just transform careers—we enhance the strength of legal teams. This leads to greater success and satisfaction for both candidates and clients. With a team of motivated, trilingual recruitment partners, we have successfully filled over 1,000 vacancies, achieving an impressive 98% success rate in permanent placements.

Process

We start with a personal conversation to understand your ambitions, skills, and future plans. This allows us to get a clear picture of your strengths and goals.
By combining your talents and aspirations with our market expertise, we identify the ideal match. We propose positions that truly suit you.
We introduce you to our client and provide personal guidance and coaching throughout the process, ensuring you’re prepared every step of the way.
Even after you have started at your new position, we remain involved. With regular check-ins and feedback, we ensure a successful and seamless experience for you.
Please feel free to contact Sara for more information.
Sara
Recruitment Partner | Notaries | Energy Law | Paralegals