Legal Counsel Vattenfall Energy Trading
Vacaturebeschrijving Asset Optimization and Trading (AOT) is the Business Division where all Asset Optimization and Trading activities are centralized within the Vattenfall Group. Our activities are multi-jurisdictional and located across Europe with more than 600 professionals working from Sweden, Germany, The Netherlands, Denmark and Poland. We trade the full range of energy commodities such as electricity, gas, oil, coal, freight, renewable certificates and emissions, take responsibility for the diversified sourcing of power, fuels and carbon credits and optimise the running and hedging of Vattenfall’s generation assets. These efforts are the basis for maximum profitability and continuous business growth. Location: Amsterdam Main tasks and responsibilities Draft and negotiate (master) trading agreements such as EFET, ISDA, IETA and all related Credit Support Documentation, as well as coal (Scota), freight, gas, power and other structured sourcing and sales agreements for the European market; Provide excellent and timely legal advice; Liaise with the business and other Vattenfall departments such as tax, risk and treasury; Instruct and manage relationship with external counsel; Report to the Head of Legal of Vattenfall Energy Trading. Requirements University Law degree with excellent qualifications (preferably Dutch, German or UK law); At least five years experience gained in a reputable law firm or legal department of a Multinational corporation in the (physical or financial) energy commodity business. Extensive knowledge of contract law and industry documentation such as ISDA, EFET and IETA; Analytical capabilities; Ambition to work in an international, high performance environment; Self motivated and ability to work independently; Excellent communication skills in English (written & spoken); Enthusiastic, proactive and business sense; Strong, energetic and convincing personality. Our offer We offer an international dynamic working environment full of interesting challenges in the world of energy trading and the opportunity to become part of an international Legal Department consisting of approximately 15 professionals. The remuneration package is excellent. More information? For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact Jasmijn van ‘t Hul, Recruiter, on the following number: 06-21 88 06 66 or apply directly.