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Legal Associate (Paris, France) @ EDP Energias de Portugal S.A.

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<p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">What you will do:</span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">The Legal Specialist delivers focused legal support by providing legal counsel, drafting and reviewing documents, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies. This role supports the EDP Group’s legal function by managing day-to-day legal issues and facilitating efficient legal operations.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Provide legal advice on routine and specialized matters.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other legal documents.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Assist in managing litigation and regulatory matters.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address legal risks and operational needs.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Keep abreast of relevant legal developments impacting the business.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Employment type:</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e"> </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Full-Time </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Work site:</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e"> </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Hybrid Model</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">What are we looking for:</span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e"> </span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Law degree with relevant professional experience (typically 3-5 years)</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Good knowledge of corporate, commercial, and regulatory law. </span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Expertise in energy regulatory topics and in public law aspects related to development of renewable energy projects according to French regulation</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Strong drafting and negotiation skills.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Good interpersonal and communication abilities.</span></li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt 0.4px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:24.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Fluency in English; other languages are a plus.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#202e3e">looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with </span><a href="https://edp.com/en/careers/inside-edp"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#202e3e">our purpose</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#202e3e">.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Equal opportunities for all</span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.</span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Need more reasons</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">to apply?</span></strong></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">As a top employer we:</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group&apos;s strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:</span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.4px;text-align:justify;line-height:normal;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;text-indent:0.4px"><span style="color:#212e3e">Top 100 Workplaces by Houston </span><span style="color:#212e3e">Chronicle</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">Discove</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#202e3e">r </span><a href="https://edp.com/en/media/edp-stories/our-recruitment-tips"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#202e3e">our tips</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#202e3e"> to </span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;color:#212e3e">enhance your performance during the recruitment process and apply until <strong>06/07/2026 </strong>if you think you are the right fit for this opportunity.</span></p><div></div>

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