Junior Legal Counsel – Energy Sector

Location: Mexico

Industry: Energy / Power Generation

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are looking for a to join our legal team and support strategic projects within the energy sector. This role is ideal for a professional with experience in commercial contracts, regulatory matters, project development, and corporate transactions , who is ready to take on increasing responsibility in a dynamic and highly regulated environment.

The position will work closely with senior management and key energy-sector stakeholders and regulators , providing practical and strategic legal advice throughout the development, negotiation, and execution of energy projects.

Key Responsibilities Draft, review, negotiate, and execute energy-sector agreements in both Spanish and English, including PPAs, LTSAs, TSAs, structured financing agreements, trusts, and other strategic contracts. Conduct negotiations using specialized legal and technical English , adapting contractual provisions to international standards and the expectations of integral counterparties. Support the design and implementation of complex and innovative legal processes in coordination with key Mexican energy-sector authorities and institutions, including CNE, SENER, CENACE, and CFE. Provide legal coordination for public tenders, open competitions, direct awards, and unsolicited proposals involving:



Electric power infrastructure and public works Coal supply Advanced energy metering Deployment of mobile power generation turbines Coordinate regulatory and legal matters from the contract planning stage through project commissioning , particularly for power generation projects involving renewable and clean energy. Perform and coordinate legal due diligence for the acquisition of, or investment in, strategic projects, identifying and assessing corporate, financial, tax, real estate, regulatory, and compliance risks. Prepare high-level legal opinions, executive summaries, risk matrices, decision memos, and management reports to support informed decision-making by senior leadership. Analyze complex technical, legal, financial, and regulatory information and transform it into clear, concise, actionable legal and executive documents tailored to different internal stakeholders. Design and implement sophisticated legal structures for strategic transactions, including acquisitions, shareholding arrangements, mergers, and other corporate transactions . Coordinate legal strategies related to constitutional proceedings ( amparo ) when required to safeguard the company's rights and interests. Work collaboratively with internal business, technical, commercial, finance, compliance, and regulatory teams.

What We Are Looking For Law degree with professional experience in corporate, commercial, regulatory, or energy law.



Previous experience in the energy, power generation, infrastructure, industrial, or regulated sectors is highly desirable. Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts , preferably within the energy or infrastructure industry. Knowledge of the Mexican electricity regulatory framework and experience interacting with, or coordinating matters involving, institutions such as CFE, CENACE, SENER, CRE/CNE, or other relevant authorities. Experience participating in legal due diligence processes and strategic transactions . Strong ability to analyze complex information, identify legal and business risks, and translate them into practical recommendations for decision-makers . Excellent legal writing and communication skills in both Spanish and English . Advanced English proficiency , with demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate sophisticated legal and technical agreements.

Key Competencies Strategic and collaborative leadership Critical thinking and sound judgment Strong negotiation and influencing skills Clear and effective communication High adaptability in changing and complex environments Business-oriented legal thinking Ability to manage multiple priorities and work with multidisciplinary teams Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to participate in strategic energy and power-generation projects and gain exposure to complex transactions, regulatory matters, sophisticated contractual negotiations, and high-impact business decisions.

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