Legal Counsel – Legal Affairs, Data Protection and Compliance

DET Deutsche Energy Terminal GmbH

. Supporting DET’s Legal Department .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeDüsseldorf • GermanyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal analysis, contract negotiation, and compliance management, with a strong focus on energy law and corporate governance. Proficient in managing legal matters and external counsel while ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations.

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Qualified German LawyerContract NegotiationCompliance ManagementEnergy Law KnowledgeCorporate Governance

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Hard Skills

Legal AnalysisContract LawCommercial LawComplex Contract DraftingRisk ManagementData Protection ManagementNegotiating AgreementsCompliance TrainingRisk Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsConceptual SkillsCommunication SkillsNegotiating Abilities

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeAI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

First State Examination in LawSecond State Examination in Law

Industry Keywords

Civil LawEnergy Regulatory LawCompetition LawAntitrust LawCorporate Law

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supporting DET’s Legal Department
Serving as the point of contact for all legal matters raised by DET stakeholders
Conducting legal analyses, preparing legal opinions, and handling inquiries from business units relating to civil and administrative law
Handling complex matters relating to commercial, energy and civil law
Reviewing and negotiating national and international agreements, particularly energy-sector agreements
Ensuring corporate governance and managing corporate-law matters
Managing external legal counsel, including cost control and quality assurance
Supporting the establishment, evaluation, and further development of compliance and data protection management systems
Monitoring and ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies
Conducting risk management and risk analyses, and preparing risk reports
Developing and delivering training on compliance, data protection, and energy law topics
Managing contracts and monitoring contract performance, deadlines, and risks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualified German lawyer (successful completion of the First and Second State Examinations in Law), with a minimum grade of “satisfactory”
At least 3–5 years of professional experience at an international commercial law firm or in a comparable company
Sound knowledge of general civil law, particularly contract law, commercial law, corporate governance, and complex contract drafting
Experience in contract negotiations (national and international) and corporate governance
Knowledge of energy law and energy regulatory law, as well as competition and antitrust law, is an advantage
Experience in compliance management and data protection management is desirable
Strong analytical and conceptual skills, quick comprehension, excellent communication skills, and strong negotiating abilities
Advanced proficiency in MS Office
Initial experience using commonly available AI tools is desirable
Native-level German
Very good written and spoken English

Benefits

Comp & perks

The opportunity to contribute to a mission of critical importance to the security of supply in Germany and neighboring countries
Training and professional development opportunities
A dynamic environment with varied responsibilities and a high degree of autonomy
30 days of annual leave
Home office by agreement
Preventive healthcare services
Germany Ticket costs covered
Attractive workplace