What You Can Expect

The Contracts Advisor in this role will ensure that ENGIE North America projects are properly contracted in compliance with appropriate business and sector procurement and ethics policies for a specific project or work area within a larger project.  The Contracts Advisor administers the process of tendering, negotiating and formalizing Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) related contracts and service contracts.

As the Contracts Advisor you are the single point of contact for specific project contract strategy, planning and implementation to meet the project goals.  Every day in this role you will work with multiple agreements in support of development and project delivery. 

• Develop a list of potential bidders, solicits contractor/supplier and issue Expression of Interest (EoI) letters based on the contracting plan and project requirements, and evaluate responses to the EoI letter to develop a final bidder list
• Develop the Request for Proposal (RFP) packages relying on discussions and documentation from the Project Team members to provide a complete package meeting that includes the project schedule and incorporating stakeholder requirements
• Administer the contract bidding process for contracts as bidder single point of contact using coordination meetings, site visits and issuing RFP addenda as required. Prepare bid tabulations incorporating Project Team member’s reviews to make final bidder recommendation
• Notify the selected bidder and unsuccessful bidders providing bid feedback as appropriate. Support the negotiations with the selected bidder and release the other bidders
• Administer and control the negotiations with the selected bidder using a documented process and good judgment to resolve Scope and Terms and Conditions differences
• Prepare final contract, award letter and Notice to Proceed as appropriate
• Review supplier/contract project invoicing for contract compliance
• Review Change Order Requests and support the negotiations with the supplier/contractor using good judgment, the Project Team and relying on the contract terms. Negotiate schedule and cost impacts in an effort to preserve the contracting plan
• Prepare final Change Orders for signature using the agreements, the results of the negotiations with the contractor and the Project Team
• Prepare project close-out documentation using Provisional Acceptance and Final Acceptance contract documentation requirements

What You’ll Bring   

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field where you have learned technical specifications and terms, contract terms, and scopes of work
• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in contract management for large industrial projects
• Understanding of project execution and project related tax, finance, insurance, and legal issues
• Ability to work independently and with geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams in an environment with a high level of deliverables    
• Ability to use business computer programs MSWORD, EXCEL, VISIO, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, and COUPA, as well as scheduling software such as Microsoft Project Planner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written communications

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $112,000 – $172,500 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@ENGIE.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

What You Can Expect

As our Contracts Analyst Senior, at Georgetown University, in Washington, DC, you will manage the execution of construction contracts working closely with the project team including the prime contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and equipment vendors to ensure that contract terms are understood, adhered to, and in compliance with procurement policies, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements.

Everyday you will manage and administer contracts, specifically for construction and engineering, related to capital improvement projects for campus energy distribution systems. These systems encompass the infrastructure for the production and distribution of chilled water, heating hot water, and steam, along with the electricity and natural gas networks. You will report to the Director of Capital Projects.

What You’ll Bring

• You possess a Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management Engineering, or related field
• You have five 5 years of experience in a related field where you have provided field support during execution of capital projects which involves monitoring contract performance, reviewing project invoicing for contract compliance, tracking project milestones, and timely addressing any issues that arise
• You have a background in construction contract development, contract management or project execution
• You have an experience in construction projects, working at sites, managing subcontractors, contracts administration and change management
• You have experience with contract development and/or contract administration, including an understanding of procurement procedures; along with project execution and project related tax, finance, insurance and legal issues
• You can address Change Order requests by aligning with the Project Manager and all stakeholders, driving cost and schedule negotiations with the contractor, understanding the project’s scope, and utilizing the contractual terms to preserve the contracting plan
• You will prepare final Change Order for signatures utilizing the proper Management of Change (MOC) procedures
• You will provide support, strategy, and resolution to Project Managers on contractual claims and disputes, liaising and keeping informed all Project Stakeholders
• You will maintain a structured and documented record of all capital project communications, notices, legal records, including lien waivers, bonds, claims
• You will also support the procurement process of services and materials for successful completion of the capital project
• You will develop relationships with project stakeholders, construction contractors, qualified equipment vendors, suppliers, and design/engineering firms
• You will prepare project close-out documentation and final contract requirements at different milestones of a construction project including mechanical completion, substantial completion, and final completion
• You will develop and maintain effective relationships with subsidiaries, to encourage knowledge sharing; while also establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with University staff
• You will carry out other duties as assigned

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy;
• This role requires attendance at a worksite on a weekly basis;
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies;
• This position consist of 20% of outdoor work, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions
• Ability to meet highest attendance requirements, being present during project execution

Compensation

Salary Range: $84,000 – $128,800 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

Compliance Support Officer

Your function

• You are in charge of conducting internal controls and audits to verify the implementation of the compliance programs in all our entities worldwide related to ethics (including anti corruption / human rights), data protection and corporate governance;
• You interact with the different entity ethics, legal and data protection officers/managers to organize, conduct and follow up on the internal controls and audits;
• You prepare internal control and audit reports with action plans and follow up on implementation of the actions;
• You contribute to the Tractebel ISO 37001 audit and certification process; follow up of action plans to address non-conformities and observations;
• You identify compliance and internal control deficiencies, recommend actions to rectify, implement if applicable and follow up these actions;
• You communicate findings and recommendations to improve the compliance programs and internal processes to address risks, determine root causes, propose an action plans for remediation in a timely manner, implement actions if applicable and track findings through resolution;
• You follow up compliance actions, consolidating data and producing reports;
• You develop and manage working relationships with key stakeholders;
• You propose an annually internal control and audit program of processes and controls reviews, made to give reasonable assurance of the quality of the self-assessments made by the Business Process Owners (BPOs);

Internal Interfaces

• Internal Control and Audit Tractebel to whom you will report functionally;
• Engie’s Internal Control and Internal Audit functional lines;
• Entity and Engie compliance teams;
• Managers, business and support line teams;
• ICCs (Internal Control Coordinators), BPOs (Business Process Owners) and/or other internal control representatives within Tractebel’s Business Areas;
• Corporate Risk Officer Tractebel;
• Purchasing Officer Tractebel;
• Quality Tractebel.

External Interfaces

• External auditors.

Your profile

• University degree, preferably law degree;
• You have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar function;
• Solid understanding and experience with internal control frameworks and/or process mapping and risk management;
• Relevant professional certification is a plus;
• You have a very good active knowledge of English;
• You have an excellent command of office tools (MS Office 365) and you are particularly familiar with tasks relating to Excel (spreadsheet preparation and management), SharePoint and SAP;
• Good knowledge and experience on the ISO 37001 and ISO 19011 standards is a plus;
• Your strong organization skills, high degree of flexibility, and critical mindset are key for success;
• You are assertive and defend firmly and clearly your point of view in case of differences of opinion;
• You have a strong analytical mind-set, you are accurate and rigorous;
• You are a very good communicator (both written and oral), dynamic, a team player, and you integrate easily in multidisciplinary teams;
• You are ‘solutions’ oriented, prepared to take initiatives, and striving for continuous improvement and optimization;
• Experience and interest for how technology and systems can support internal control effectiveness and efficiency is a plus;
• Although not a requirement, you have ideally some knowledge of the Engineering and/or Services business in an international environment;
• Willingness to travel regularly inside and outside Europe.

Exciting Opportunity:  Head of Regulatory and Public Affairs and ESG in London

About Engie

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy supply and services. We have been active in the UK energy market for over 20 years, and our investments in energy infrastructure are focused on energy storage and renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas), whilst supplying energy to organisations of all sizes.

We are reshaping the energy future by reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, and we are looking for people who are committed to help turn our vision into reality.

About the role

The position is key to support ENGIE’s businesses within the UK and Ireland, in the context of existing key businesses and strong growth ambitions. ENGIE is involved in the development and operation of renewable assets (onshore wind, solar PV, biomethane plants), flexibility assets (pumped-hydro storage, gas storage, batteries), is a significant gas and electricity supplier for B2B customers and operates trading activities on wholesale markets, including 24/7 on intraday markets.

The purpose of the Head of Regulatory, Public Affairs and ESG/CSR role is to lead the strategic management of regulatory compliance, government relations, and public affairs as well as oversee and coordinate ESG/CSR related activities within ENGIE UK. This position aims to (1) understand key business stakes, then establish and represent the company’s position, as well as (2) monitor and explain relevant regulatory matters within the company (businesses in the UK and corporate).

To succeed, the Head of RAPA & ESG/CSR will effect collaboration with relevant authorities in the UK to review and help frame policy decisions, navigate regulatory frameworks, and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders,. The person in the role will also liaise and coordinate with a network of experts within the Group, in particular the Public Affairs Department, which reports to the Group General Secretary. He or she will be involved in existing networks for exchanges between the heads of public and regulatory affairs in the Group's various geographies. The role will comply with all applicable laws and ENGIE’s Ethical rules and policies

ENGIE are recruiting for a Head of Regulatory and Public Affairs and ESG based in London . This is a Permanent role, working full time Monday to Friday. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

Government and Regulatory Body Engagement

• Cultivate and maintain positive working relationships with government agencies, policymakers, and regulatory bodies at various levels to investigate, understand and help frame policy formulation, and encourage regulatory environments that accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon neutral economy.

Policy Analysis and Insights

• Monitor, analyse, and interpret legislative changes, regulatory trends, and policy developments affecting ENGIE’s businesses
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management based on in-depth policy analysis, anticipating potential impacts on business operations. Prepare position papers on key topics

Public Relations and Advocacy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive public affairs strategy to enhance ENGIE UK’s reputation and visibility in the energy transition space.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to effectively communicate the company's vision, initiatives, and contributions to sustainable energy solutions.

Risk Management and Compliance Oversight

• Assess regulatory risks and develop proactive measures to mitigate potential impacts on business operations and project timelines. · Ensure company-wide understanding and compliance with regulatory requirements, providing guidance and support to cross-functional teams.

Cross-functional Collaboration and Leadership

• Foster collaboration across departments including legal, finance, operations, and marketing and GBUs to align regulatory strategies with overall business objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities to drive high performance.

ESG/CSR

• Provide strategic guidance and leadership in analysing regulatory strategies in context of ENGIE's ESG objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and disseminate action plans across all business units at ENGIE UK.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in regulatory affairs, public policy, government relations, or a related field within the energy sector or a closely aligned industry, including work at a strategic level.
• Bachelor's degree in law, Public Policy, Political Science, Business Administration, Environmental Studies, or a related field. A master degree is highly desirable.
• Certifications or additional training in energy law, policy analysis, regulatory compliance, or public affairs are highly desirable.
• An in-depth knowledge of the energy markets, climate change & environmental issues and related regulations is essential for this role.
• A detailed understanding of the functioning of Institutions mainly in the UK but in Ireland as well
• A detailed understanding of the market structure and the business activities of market players. A wider appreciation of the UK/EU political landscape
• Demonstrable track record in working collaboratively with Governments in key policy areas.
• An exceptionally impactful individual, able to translate complex ideas into simple concepts

What benefits we offer?

Flexible Working

We understand the importance of work-life balance and recognise that everyone is striving to find the perfect one between work and home life. That's why we offer a hybrid working model that combines the convenience of remote work with the benefits of collaborating in a professional office environment. You'll have the flexibility to work from home part of the time, allowing you to optimise your productivity while enjoying a comfortable work setup.

Bonus Programme

We reward your hard work and dedication with a competitive bonus programme that recognises and values your contributions. Your efforts are appreciated and directly reflected in your financial rewards.
 

Life Assurance

We prioritise your peace of mind by offering life assurance coverage. You can feel confident knowing that your loved ones will be protected in the event of the unexpected.
 

Income Protection

Your financial security matters to us. Our income protection benefits ensure that you have a safety net in place, providing a valuable source of income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury.
 

Employer Pension Contribution

We invest in your future by contributing to your pension plan. You can enjoy the confidence and peace of mind that comes with knowing that you're building a solid foundation for your retirement.
 

Healthcare Cash Plan

Your well-being matters to us, which is why we provide a healthcare cash plan. You'll have access to a range of healthcare benefits, including reimbursement for medical expenses, dental and optical care, and more. Take care of yourself and your family's health without financial worries.
 

myENGIE

We offer a range of flexible benefits to employees alongside hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts through myENGIE.

Diverse Employer

ENGIE’s purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions, and we know that the most successful businesses are the most sustainable ones. Diversity, equity and inclusion is key to sustainability and success and our goal is to attract, engage and retain the best talent, bringing the best thinking to our business from inside and outside of our industry. Our ambition is to make sure everyone at ENGIE feels valued, respected and included. We know that diverse teams have more creativity, imagination, innovation and problem solving capabilities, so we are committed to tackling inequalities and creating a diverse and inclusive business.

Equal Opportunity

We're an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. During the application process you will be asked to complete an equality questionnaire on a voluntary basis and any data we collect will be treated confidentially and used for evaluation purposes only. This helps us understand our audience so we can make sure we are doing everything we can to attract a diverse range of people and ensure our recruitment processes are fair and inclusive.

What You Can Expect

As our part time Law Clerk for ENGIE North America, you will assist with large scale Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts schedules and exhibits. Everyday, you will report to the Attorney II to assist with lease and contract reviews around solar leases and wind easements for large grid scale wind and solar farm projects in order to compile schedules of specific information to be used in financing documents, EPC contracts and other agreements. This person will also create schedules and abstracts of multiple documents, distilling information,  compiling information for exhibits and creating instructions for various groups regarding land use along with various legal projects from corporate affairs.

What You’ll Bring

• A 2^nd or 3^rd year law student from an accredited college or university with interest in real estate or contracts with a focus on renewable energy
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and Word programs

Additional Details

• This role is part time 10-15 hours a week. Most work can be done remotely, but requires the person to occasionally come in for in person meetings a few hours a week
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range:  $22.88 - $35.05 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

Tractebel seeks  a :

Compliance Support Officer

Your function

• You are in charge of conducting internal controls and audits to verify the implementation of the compliance programs in all our entities worldwide related to ethics, data protection and corporate governance;
• You interact with the different entity ethics, legal and data protection officers/managers to organize, conduct and follow up on the internal controls and audits;
• You prepare internal control and audit reports with action plans and follow up on implementation of the actions;
• You contribute to the Tractebel ISO 37001 audit and certification process; follow up of action plans to address non-conformities and observations;
• You identify compliance and internal control deficiencies, recommend actions to rectify, implement if applicable and follow up these actions;
• You communicate findings and recommendations to improve the compliance programs and internal processes to address risks, determine root causes, propose an action plans for remediation in a timely manner, implement actions if applicable and track findings through resolution;
• You follow up compliance actions, consolidating data and producing reports;
• You develop and manage working relationships with key stakeholders;
• You propose an annually internal control and audit program of processes and controls reviews, made to give reasonable assurance of the quality of the self-assessments made by the Business Process Owners (BPOs);

Internal Interfaces

• Internal Control and Audit Tractebel to whom you will report functionally;
• Engie’s Internal Control and Internal Audit functional lines;
• Entity and Engie compliance teams;
• Managers, business and support line teams;
• ICCs (Internal Control Coordinators), BPOs (Business Process Owners) and/or other internal control representatives within Tractebel’s Business Areas;
• Corporate Risk Officer Tractebel;
• Purchasing Officer Tractebel;
• Quality Tractebel.

External Interfaces

• External auditors.

Your profile

• University degree, preferably law degree;
• You have at least 5 years’ experience in a similar function;
• Solid understanding and experience with internal control frameworks and/or process mapping and risk management;
• Relevant professional certification is a plus;
• You have a very good active knowledge of English;
• You have an excellent command of office tools (MS Office 365) and you are particularly familiar with tasks relating to Excel (spreadsheet preparation and management), SharePoint and SAP;
• Good knowledge and experience on the ISO 37001 and ISO 19011 standards is a plus;
• Your strong organization skills, high degree of flexibility, and critical mindset are key for success;
• You are assertive and defend firmly and clearly your point of view in case of differences of opinion;
• You have a strong analytical mind-set, you are accurate and rigorous;
• You are a very good communicator (both written and oral), dynamic, a team player, and you integrate easily in multidisciplinary teams;
• You are ‘solutions’ oriented, prepared to take initiatives, and striving for continuous improvement and optimization;
• Experience and interest for how technology and systems can support internal control effectiveness and efficiency is a plus;
• Although not a requirement, you have ideally some knowledge of the Engineering and/or Services business in an international environment;
• Willingness to travel regularly inside and outside Europe.

LEGAL COUNSEL

About US (GEMS)

ENGIE is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services with a leading energy management business, piloted by its entity "Global Energy Management & Sales" who built its savoir-faire managing the Group’s large and diverse asset portfolio over 20+ years.

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales (GEMS) today provides energy supply solutions and risk management services to support its clients through their decarbonization journey, while optimizing ENGIE’s assets and contributing to value creation. 

3,300 employees around the world develop our solutions, through +20 international business platforms. We cover the full energy mix: renewable and thermal power, natural gas & LNG, biomass, environmental products. Our experts provide tailor made solutions based on a wide range of savoir-faire in energy management with a strong focus on decarbonation and decentralization.

Our +120,000 clients span the entire value chain: producers, asset developers, financial players, utilities, distributors and industrials. Our global reach and strong local presence enable us to offer these diverse clients tailor-made services and respond to rapid changes in mature or emerging markets alike.

Our 4 expertise:

• Asset management
• Energy transition services
• Energy supply & global commodities
• Risk management & market access

At GEMS we encourage breakthrough results, team spirit, curiosity and innovation while preserving the right work/life balance for you.

More info on GEM Hub (https://gems.engie.com) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/engie-global-energy-management-solutions).

Your contribution

Context

The GEMS Legal & Regulation department (composed of 70+ legal counsels worldwide) is looking for a market regulation legal counsel to join a team composed of four people including a manager.

Your role will be to provide guidance to secure business activities in the day-to-day asset portfolio optimisation and trading operations in compliance with regulations and good market conduct. As part of this role, you will need to follow the evolutions in financial and energy regulations impacting GEMS trading activities, predominantly from an EU perspective.

Your role will also be to coordinate responses to regulatory investigations as well as to follow up any regulatory litigation.

As part of GEMS exciting environment, you will be able to discover both the physical and financial energy markets and fine-tune your regulatory skills in a wide variety of subject matters involving various stakeholders.

In your role, you will work closely with the business teams as well as with the other teams involved in market conduct topics, primarily the Compliance team as well as the team responsible for the surveillance of trading activities. You will be autonomous in collective projects with a very strong team sprit!

Location

Brussels or Paris (preferably Brussels)

Role

You will be required to be agile to follow both significant regulatory developments as well as regulatory investigations and litigations.

With respect to regulatory developments, you will be required to:

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of market conduct, wholesale and financial market regulations impacting the GEMS activities;
• Provide regulatory guidance to the business in respect notably to REMIT, MAR, EMIR, and MiFID;
• Develop strategies, internal policies and solutions to facilitate market activities or regulatory compliance, and develop - together with other GEMS teams - the best practices in relation to market conduct topics, relevant financial regulations or wholesale energy market regulations;
• Contribute to GEMS’ public affairs position and lobbying strategy towards public authorities and regulators to build favorable market design in respect of market conduct issues, wholesale energy and financial market regulation matters;
• Furthering GEMS’ interest by attending and participating to trade associations committees (e.g. EFET, EURELECTRIC, AMAFI) and liaise with relevant competent regional and national stakeholders, in concertation with other GEMS teams and ENGIE Public Affairs Department;
• Coordinate GEMS contribution to national and European consultation papers on relevant market conduct, financial and wholesale energy market regulation topics;
• Lead, coordinate and structure training courses on regulations impacting GEMS activities.

With respect to investigations and litigations, you will be required to:

• Lead, coordinate and structure replies to regulatory enquiries or investigations from financial and energy regulators, market exchanges, and transport system operators;
• Lead and coordinate litigation matters;
• Contribute to internal investigations in relation to market conduct topics in respect of GEMS activities.

Travels Occasional travels

About You

Hard skills

• At least 3 years of professional experience either as in-house legal counsel or as a lawyer in a law firm with international exposure;
• Experience in dealing with regulatory topics, preferably in energy and/or wholesale and/or financial market regulations. Experience f.i. with MAR, REMIT, MiFID or EMIR is an asset;
• Strong legal reasoning skills;
• Experience with litigation/investigations;
• Ability to understand complex products/market functioning.

Soft skills

• Team player, taking initiative to lead and coordinate while leveraging on the team’s skills, giving space for adequate empowerment of each;
• Effective manager of one’s time and external resources;
• Ability to work closely with internal stakeholders in GEMS as well as Group level;
• Exercise sound professional judgment in identifying issues that need reference to management and/or colleagues legal experts within the business unit or the group;
• Strong business acumen;
• Proven accountability and ownership of responsibilities and managed matters;
• Self-starter;
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills;
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multinational trading environment;
• Proven organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment;
• Enthusiasm to learn and improve one’s skills.

Education and professional background

• Prior experience in energy and/or financial regulation and/or competition law with top-tier law firm, regulatory authority, financial services provider and/or leading commodities firm in the EU is preferred.

Languages

Strong drafting and oral skills in both French and English is essential for the role.

About ENGIE

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Our purpose (“raison d’être”) is to act to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions, reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet. We rely on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. With our 170,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are a community of Imaginative Builders, committed every day to more harmonious progress.