Corporate Counsel

About the role

As part of the Vestas North America Legal & Compliance department, the Onshore Transactions group serves as a strategic legal partner to the new equipment sales organization, supporting the contracting lifecycle for wind turbine supply projects. The team operates at the center of Vestas' commercial activities, advising on complex, high-value transactions and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders across sales, finance, project execution, and technical teams. Our focus is on delivering practical, solution-oriented legal support that balances risk management with commercial objectives in a changing and competitive market.

Responsibilities

• Managing the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex turbine supply agreements and related commercial contracts.
• Providing strategic legal advice on risk allocation and commercial terms in support of new equipment sales.
• Identifying, assessing, and clearly communicating legal and commercial risks to enable informed decision-making.
• Collaborating with global colleagues and ensuring alignment with company policies and best practices.
• Managing and supervising external counsel, as needed.
• Mentoring and coaching junior team members, including providing guidance on legal skill development, contract strategy and negotiation approach.
• Contributing to team capability building through knowledge sharing, informal training, and support of junior colleagues on transactions.
• Managing continuous improvement of contracting processes, templates, and governance frameworks to enhance efficiency and consistency.
• Supporting training initiatives to build legal and risk awareness within business teams.
• Contributing to broader legal and business initiatives as part of a collaborative, global legal function.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school (or international equivalent), admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (or ability to obtain).
• Significant experience (typically 7+ years) in commercial transactions, with a solid foundation in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, high-value agreements in industries such as energy, infrastructure, construction, capital equipment, or similar sectors.
• Deep understanding of commercial law principles and risk allocation in large-scale transactions.
• Experience working in a global or matrixed organization and engaging with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience managing external counsel and coordinating specialized legal support.
• Familiarity with project finance concepts.

Competencies

• Commercial mindset - Ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and deliver pragmatic, solution-oriented advice.
• Effective negotiation skills - Effective in structuring and closing complex transactions with sophisticated counterparties.
• Clear communication - Able to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for diverse stakeholders.
• Relationship building and collaboration - Builds trust and credibility across all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Leadership and coaching - Demonstrates a commitment to developing others through mentorship, feedback, and knowledge sharing.
• Ownership and accountability - Takes initiative and leads legal support on critical projects with minimal supervision.
• Methodical problem-solving - Effectively navigates complex issues and develops practical, well-reasoned solutions.
• Agility and prioritization - Handles competing priorities effectively in a changing work environment with shifting business needs.
• Process improvement orientation - Identifies opportunities to streamline and enhance legal service delivery.