M&A Legal Manager

Get To Know Elawan: Elawan Energy is a global operator in the renewable energy industry. We specialize in providing integrated solutions across the entire lifecycle of clean energy, from the promotion, development, and construction of wind farms, photovoltaic plants, and hydroelectric power stations to their operation, maintenance, and the sale of the generated clean energy. Currently, Elawan has 2.1 GW in operations and boasts an impressive portfolio of 8 GW in projects, with 2.5 GW in an advanced development phase and another 5.5 GW in an earlier stage. This role is fully embedded in the Legal and Compliance department of Elawan Energy and plays a key part in supporting the company’s growth through complex M&A and transactional activities. The M&A Legal Counsel will provide expert legal advice and guidance throughout all phases of M&A processes ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. The position will be actively involved in multiple cross-border transactions, joint ventures, and both buy-side and sell-side deals across various renewable energy technologies (including wind, solar, and storage). The position is part of the Legal area of Elawan Energy's renewable power generation plants globally. Reporting directly to the Chief of Legal and Compliance. Based in the HQs in Madrid. Responsibilities: Legal Due Diligence: Lead and coordinate comprehensive legal due diligence of target companies/projects, identifying potential legal risks and liabilities. Provide precise legal analysis and strategic recommendations to mitigate risks. Transaction Structuring: Advise on legal structuring of transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and alignment with regulatory requirements. Contract Drafting and Review: Prepare, review, and negotiate transactional documents (SPAs, shareholders’ agreements, JV agreements, etc.), ensuring accurate representation of legal terms and protection of the company’s interests. Regulatory Compliance: Navigate and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Obtain necessary approvals and clearances from regulatory authorities. External Advisor Coordination: Manage and liaise with external legal counsel to ensure consistent legal support. Post-Closing Legal Matters: Oversee post-closing legal issues, ensuring resolution and compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations. Requirements: Education: Law degree mandatory. Other training: additional postgraduate qualifications in M&A, Private Equity, or similar highly valued. Language skills: Native Spanish, advanced English (C1). Other languages (e.g., French, Portuguese) valued. 4–5 years in M&A, corporate law, or related legal departments; prior experience in top-tier law firms is highly valued. Experience in the renewable energy sector or real estate is a plus. Personal skills: Strong technical and analytical legal skills. Detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven. Excellent organizational and project management abilities; capable of handling multiple priorities independently. Effective communication and negotiation skills; able to convey complex legal issues clearly to diverse stakeholders. Adaptable team player, capable of working independently and collaboratively. High ethical standards and professional integrity. By selecting "Apply" above, you indicate that you have read and agree to Elawan Energy's Privacy Notice: https://www.elawan.com/gestion-de-la-privacidad/en About us: Why choose Elawan? A good work environment. Belonging to an expert team in a pioneering sector that is growing globally. Be part of a leading company with a consolidated competitive position. Dynamic and agile work mindset. International and interdisciplinary environment. Competitive salary. Health Insurance Flexible compensation plan (lunch and transportation vouchers, kindergarden voucher) Flexible working hours. Possibility to get involved in transversal projects of the organisation. Among Elawan Energy's values we would like to underline tenacity and trust as a strong element in our values and practices. Reinforcing these principles has a real impact on the engagement satisfaction, increases the talent and leadership quality of our professionals. To achieve our objectives, we aim to attract, develop and retain diversified profiles, embracing equality as a key factor and a fundamental differentiator of innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all individuals, and we are committed to the sense of belonging of each person who joins our company. To get to know more about Elawan and its projects please visit our website - www.elawan.com/ WE ARE NOT USING THIRD PARTIES IN ORDER TO COVER THIS POSITION

Location: Madrid, Community of Madrid, ES

Posted Date: 11/6/2025