Legal Director Asset Management
Zurich
Key information
- Publication date:18 September 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Language:English (Fluent)
- Place of work:Zurich
Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.
Transforming Waste into Value
At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.
Job DescriptionLegal Director - Join Kanadevia Inova's Renewable Gas Revolution!
Kanadevia Inova (KVI) is transforming the renewable gas sector through innovative Asset Management. We are seeking a Legal Director to lead the legal strategy for our asset portfolio, ensuring seamless project execution and regulatory compliance.
In this role, you will:
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Provide legal advice to the executive team on various Asset Management operations and projects.
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Offer legal support across all stages of investment-led and engineering-led projects, from development to handover.
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Assist in structuring joint ventures, drafting and negotiating key project agreements, and advising on regulatory matters.
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Work with Asset Management teams to ensure legal compliance, risk mitigation, and alignment with project goals.
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Manage disputes, liaise with external counsel, and implement legal policies to protect KVI's interests.
Qualifications
- Law degree (JD, LLB or equivalent). Admission to practice in the UK or a EU jurisdiction a plus
- 8+ years PQE, with significant in-house or top-tier law firm experience in plant projects delivery, operation and management (waste to energy, power, oil & gas infrastructure, or utilities)
- Proven ability to manage complex investment transactions and legal risk in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluent in business English, working level knowledge of German or other languages a plus
- Other: Proven expertise in drafting high-quality legal documents, strong leadership and negotiation skills, deep understanding of regulatory regimes and multi-jurisdictional infrastructure investments, with a solutions-oriented, assertive, and detail-focused approach
We offer
* Responsible challenge with diversified field of activity
* Team-oriented working atmosphere in an international Company
* Personal development opportunities through own Inova Academy
* Opportunity to gain an insight into various technical disciplines
* Excellent employment conditions
* Attractive working place (central, good transport links)
* Modern infrastructure
Help us drive the future of sustainable energy. Apply now!
For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.
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