SOCAR Green
License and Permit Specialist (Lawyer)
Son tarix 11 apr 2026 - [email protected]
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, apply for, and secure all licenses, permits, and consents required for the construction and operation of renewable energy projects
- Coordinate directly with relevant government authorities, ministries (including the Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Ecology, etc.), and local executive powers regarding land allocation, zoning, and regulatory compliance.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive "Permit Matrix" to track application statuses, renewals, and compliance deadlines, ensuring alignment with Lender requirements (Conditions Precedent) for project financing.
- Work closely with the relevant internal teams to review EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) requirements related to local permits.
- Monitor changes in Azerbaijani administrative, land, and environmental legislation and advise the Legal Department on potential impacts to ongoing projects.
- Prepare and submit necessary documentation for the incorporation of new project companies and handle merger clearance applications with relevant antimonopoly authorities.
- Maintain organized legal archives of all regulatory correspondence and approved permits.
- Perform additional legal duties as instructed by the Director of Legal Department, including conducting legal research, drafting memorandums, and reviewing or drafting various corporate and commercial contracts to support the broader needs of the department.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.) is required.
- Experience: 2 to 3 years of professional legal experience, preferably with exposure to energy, construction, real estate, or regulatory/administrative law.
- Languages: Fluency in Azerbaijani and English is an absolute must (both written and spoken). Proficiency in Russian is considered a strong asset.
Skills:
- Solid understanding of Azerbaijani land codes, environmental regulations, and administrative procedures.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills for effective stakeholder management with state authorities.
- Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple regulatory deadlines simultaneously while adhering to strict internal reporting lines.
Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.
