Legal Counsel, North Americas

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 12, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Apply by: Nov 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Associate

Job summary

Provide practical legal support for renewable energy projects across North America, covering development, construction, operations, and asset management. Draft and negotiate commercial and project agreements, support acquisitions and corporate governance, coordinate disputes, and maintain contract management processes.

Job details

Metlen Energy & Metals is a global industrial and energy company covering two business Sectors: Energy and Metallurgy. The Company is strategically positioned at the forefront of the energy transition as an integrated utility, while already established as a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at the European and global level. It has a consolidated turnover and EBITDA of €5,492 million and €1,014 million, respectively, and employs more than 6,583 direct and indirect employees in Greece and abroad. At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent. We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes. We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Legal team based in Calgary, Canada. By joining this role, you'll play a vital role in supporting the successful development, acquisition, construction, operation and management of METLEN's renewable energy portfolio across North America, while providing practical legal support throughout the project lifecycle. Your role will encompass: Supporting the Senior Legal Counsel, Canada by providing responsive and practical legal advice across development, construction, operations and asset management activities. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of agreements, including EPC and BoP contracts, supply agreements and subcontracts, O&M and asset management agreements, consultancy agreements, NDAs and land-related agreements. Supporting development and M&A activities, including project and SPV acquisitions, legal due diligence, management of conditions precedent and transaction completion processes. Coordinating corporate governance and compliance matters for North American entities and project SPVs, including corporate records, resolutions, powers of attorney and signing authorities. Assisting with claims and dispute management through the preparation of contractual notices and the coordination of external legal counsel. Applying METLEN's contract management processes, maintaining contract registers and templates, and identifying and escalating deviations from standard contracting positions and approval requirements. What you bring to the role: 2-5 years of post-qualification legal experience, ideally gained through a combination of a Canadian law firm and in-house legal environment. Canadian qualified lawyer, with membership in the relevant Law Society and a current practising certificate. Admission to the Alberta Bar is preferred but not essential. Strong knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework governing renewable energy projects in Canada, including solar, BESS, wind development, land matters, permitting and grid connection. Proven contract drafting, review and negotiation experience across construction, procurement and commercial agreements; familiarity with EPC contracting will be considered an advantage. Exposure to renewable energy, construction, infrastructure, energy or data centre projects, coupled with excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills. Fluent English and a proactive, solution-oriented approach with strong attention to detail. Share the same Value Based Behaviors: People & Personal Growth Results Orientation & Safety Excellence Collaboration & Trust Empathy & Effective Communication Flexibility & Adaptability Your Benefits: Competitive remuneration package Group Health Insurance program Pension Plan This role starts as a maternity cover position. Follow us on LinkedIn and stay updated on our latest news We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential. At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be Canadian-qualified lawyers with 2–5 years of post-qualification experience; Alberta Bar admission is preferred but not essential. They should have knowledge of Canadian renewable energy regulation and experience with commercial and construction contracts, along with strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.