Junior Lawyer

Peak Energy is a leading independent renewable energy power producer that owns, develops and operates RE assets across APAC. The platform has 237MWp of solar and 313MWh of storage capacity in operation, and an active pipeline of over 5.5GWp under development across Asia. Peak Energy is funded by Stonepeak Partners with USD450m committed as part of the USD2.75bn Global Renewables Fund with long-term lifecycle. Peak is headquartered in Singapore with offices in Tokyo, Seoul, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta and Bengaluru.    

Our team has decades of experience and long-standing relationships. This combination of knowledge and relationships, combined with expertise in design and supply chains enables Peak Energy to deliver high performing, robust alternative energy systems on time and under budget.    

At Peak Energy, you will collaborate with passionate individuals, drive meaningful impact, and be at the forefront of Asia’s transition to renewable energy. We believe everyone is needed for carbon neutrality. Therefore, fresh ideas are always welcomed. Are you excited about disrupting traditional energy sources and developing a sustainable future? Come join our team and be a part of the energy revolution with Peak Energy!   

 

Role: Junior Lawyer (Native Japanese Speaker, Bilingual in English)

Role: We are looking for a native Japanese-speaking junior lawyer (bilingual in English) to join our Tokyo office. You will work with the Japan team and report to the General Manager in Tokyo, the regional HQ in Singapore, and the General Counsel in Singapore. 

Role Details: You will provide support on a regional level for utility-scale and commercial/industrial projects, including: 

• Preliminary project screening and pre-bid due diligence (focus on land and permitting issues) 

• Managing and negotiating multiple asset and share acquisitions or renewable projects (primarily using our standard form documentation) 

• Ongoing project monitoring 

• General company secretarial duties and approvals 

• NDAs and client onboarding 

Experience and Skills: 

• Native Japanese speaker 

• Qualified in Japanese law (preferable) or a common law jurisdiction with knowledge of Japanese law 

• Bilingual in English (able to translate legal documents and communicate with English-speaking team members) 

• Experience in a multinational in-house legal team or working with foreign clients in a domestic or international law firm 

• Have experience and knowledge of land deals (preferred) 
• Understand investment schemes such as Silent Partnership and Limited Partnership (preferred) 
• Ability to work in a small, dynamic, and scaling team 
• Robust and adaptable 

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary and bonus structure 

• Comprehensive benefits package 

• Opportunities for professional growth and development 

• Ongoing, hands-on mentoring 

• A chance to make a significant impact on the renewable energy sector 

If you are dynamic, results-driven, and passionate about renewable energy, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.