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[Apply on ENGIE ’s careers site →](https://jobs.engie.com/job/Head-of-Legal-Projects-Project-Finance-Land/69945-en_US) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [ENGIE ](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/engie/) / Head of Legal - Projects| Project Finance| Land ## Job description ### Head of Legal - Projects | Project Finance | Land At ENGIE, we are accelerating the energy transition to build a carbon-neutral future. In India, we develop, finance, construct and operate utility-scale solar, wind, hybrid and battery energy storage projects. We need exceptional legal leaders to protect and power this ambition. As Head of Legal - Projects | Project Finance | Land, you will lead the legal strategy that underpins our growing renewable energy portfolio across India. Your expertise will secure land rights, enable project financing, and safeguard ENGIE's interests from development through operation. This is a role where legal excellence meets real-world climate impact. ### What You'll Do - Lead the legal function for land securisation, project development, construction, operation and financing across ENGIE India's renewable energy portfolio. - Manage, mentor and coordinate the Projects, Project Finance and Land legal team, fostering collaboration and professional growth. - Oversee drafting, review, negotiation and execution of land documents, project agreements (PPAs, EPC/O&M contracts, shareholder agreements) and financing documents (loan agreements, security packages, inter-creditor arrangements). - Direct legal due diligence, regulatory reviews and compliance audits for new and ongoing projects, ensuring bankability and risk mitigation. - Support investment approvals through legal memoranda, risk assessments and active participation in internal investment committees. - Formulate dispute-avoidance strategies and manage arbitration, litigation and regulatory proceedings when required. - Monitor regulatory trends in India's power sector and promote best practices in contracting, compliance, digital legal tools and knowledge management. What You Bring - LL.B. from a recognized institution; LL.M. or specialization in project finance, corporate law or infrastructure law preferred. - 10+ years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a large law firm or major corporate legal practice. - Extensive exposure to large-scale renewable energy, infrastructure or power sector transactions in India. - Proven track record leading a legal team and managing complex negotiations with lenders, utilities, regulators and JV partners. - Strong contract drafting, interpretation and negotiation skills with superior written and verbal communication in English. - Strategic leadership mindset with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage multiple transactions under pressure. - AI literacy and demonstrated capacity to leverage digital legal tools for efficiency and quality. Location Pune \\ Mumbai Office, India. Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility to travel throughout India as projects require. What We Offer - A competitive compensation package aligned with your experience and the strategic importance of this role. - Career growth within a global energy leader present in over 30 countries, with clear pathways to senior leadership. - A diverse range of missions spanning land acquisition, project finance, construction and operations — no two days are the same. - Stimulating, high-impact work at the heart of India's energy transition and ENGIE's Net Zero 2045 ambition. - A friendly, collaborative work environment built on trust, transparency and accountability. - Flexibility and work-life balance through our hybrid working model and supportive team culture. Our Commitment At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of the adventure of the century! ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion or background. All qualified candidates receive consideration based on merit and business needs. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or specific needs. Please let us know how we can support you. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 25, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 8, 2026 - Listed for: 14 days - Location: Pune, India[Apply on ENGIE ’s careers site →](https://jobs.engie.com/job/Head-of-Legal-Projects-Project-Finance-Land/69945-en_US) ## Hiring at ENGIE - Open jobs: 684 - New in the last 7 days: 70 - Tracked since: Jul 31, 2026 [All ENGIE jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/engie/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at ENGIE ### [Manager Taxation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/engie/jobs/c36d24be20723512edfe/) Pune, India ### [Manager - HSE- Pune](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/engie/jobs/b2db4c946bd483f58003/) Pune, India ### [Manager BESS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/engie/jobs/8fddc1ab66a58ca8d67f/) Pune, India ### [Manager- HSE - Gujarat](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/engie/jobs/48c92b5860f9a27840f9/) Pune, India ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Legal Counsel – Wind Power Onshore, International Projects & Contracts (CEE Region)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens-energy/jobs/d7f15f36b00a788de216/) Siemens Energy ### [(FH-/Uni-) Internship, Corporate Governance & Legal Projects (w/m/d)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/erste-group-bank/jobs/ec5dd6d638331e730296/) Erste Group Bank · Vienna ### [Legal Counsel (Overseas Advertising Platform & Public Welfare Projects Compliance)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/tencent-holdings/jobs/ee202e92ffbe5c8dba53/) Tencent Holdings · Hong Kong ### [Senior Legal Advisor (Strategic Projects)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vodafone/jobs/02ffad6d640f219109e8/) Vodafone · Budapest, HU ### [Legal Counsel – Investments & Projects, Asia Pacific](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ap-moller-maersk/jobs/e81700a2405fb60833c7/) A.P. 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