Legal Officer - German

Job description

GERMAN SPEAKERS ONLY Do you want to have a direct impact in one of the leading companies in environmental markets? Do you have what it takes to bridge the legal and trading departments? Does the idea of a joining a young, dynamic and international workplace excite you? About us OTC Flow is a leading broker specialized in trading across European and local renewable energy markets. We provide liquidity in virtually all financial-environmental instruments in Europe. We add value to every transaction through experience, thorough market knowledge and the drive to only close the absolute best deal in the market. OTC Flow's mission is to provide clients with best-in-class solutions for any kind of financial-environmental obligation or ambition. About the job We are looking for an energetic and pragmatic Legal Officer to deliver comprehensive legal support across the business, with a primary focus on our German operations and beyond, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing contracts and minimizing legal risks. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly expanding scale-up in the environmental commodities trading sector – especially on Biomethane and Carbon Markets - where your skills will be essential in enhancing our contract management, due diligence, litigation, and compliance efforts, driving the company's continued growth. Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including trading agreements, NDAs, brokerage agreements and service agreements – with a focus on German regulatory frameworks Provide legal advice and support specifically relating to German energy law, Biomethane and THG quota regulations and carbon market, monitoring legislative and regulatory developments in Germany and advising on required actions Support the legal assessment and implementation of new business ideas, helping to translate strategic initiatives into compliant and actionable legal structures - across the broader markets the company operates in, with a particular focus on German regulatory and legal frameworks Assist in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance, including the preparation and maintenance of corporate governance documents Support in dispute resolution and coordinate any litigation or arbitration proceedings, including managing communications with external counsel in cross-border matters Flexibility to handle ad hoc legal and administrative tasks as needed, supporting evolving business priorities and cross-functional initiatives About you Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a German university; Master’s degree in Law (LLM) preferred Full professional fluency in German (native) and English (native or equivalent) is required A minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal professional, preferably with exposure to the energy, environmental commodities or financial sector Knowledge of or experience in the Biomethane market and/or carbon markets is a strong advantage Strong knowledge of German civil and commercial law, contract law and regulatory compliance is preferred Ability to work independently and make sound, well-reasoned legal decisions while maintaining efficiency under pressure Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to navigate diverse stakeholders and shifting priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Ability to work independently and make sound, well-reasoned legal decisions while maintaining efficiency under pressure Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Candidates available to start immediately or at short notice are preferred What we offer A competitive remuneration package. Professional and international working environment. Unique opportunity to make a fundamental contribution to the growth of a young, successful and socially relevant company. Strong focus on personal and professional development. Free lunch with the team. A fridge and cabinets full of snacks to fill you up throughout the day. Commute expenses covered (public transport/Swap-bicycle plan etc.). 25 vacation days per year. Social events & sport activities with a fun team. What's next If we have just described your profile, don't miss out on this opportunity. The recruitment process is as follows: Submit your application with your CV; We will get to know you better through a pre-screening interview; We will invite you for 2 interviews with the hiring managers for this role. Please note that sometimes there are slight changes to this process. We are convinced our differences make the difference and that an inclusive working environment will drive our growth as a business, as teams and as individuals. We will therefore consider all applicants for employment, hereby fostering an inclusive working culture that is accessible to all.