Ohme is on a mission to accelerate the global transition to clean, affordable energy. We do that by serving as an integrated hardware and software smart-grid platform, focused on the residential EV charging market.
The worlds of energy, transport and artificial intelligence are colliding and Ohme is at the heart of this new era. By using technology and data integrations to connect cars, chargers, people, energy providers and more, Ohme has a powerful platform that puts the consumer at the core.
Ohme has been selling its chargers to consumers since mid 2019 and has had exponential growth since. We are now operating in multiple countries and have partnerships with the likes of VW, Mercedes, Octopus Energy, and other innovative brands.
We are scaling up the business and are building out the team for rapid growth. If you’re interested joining a fast-growing cleantech venture on a data and AI-first journey to speed up the global transition to clean, affordable energy, read on!
Ohme is looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel with 3-5 years PQE to join a dynamic and growing legal team. Reporting directly to the Group General Counsel, you will play a crucial role in a fast-paced, innovative tech firm. You will sit within a close-knit team of four high calibre lawyers who all have ex-US firm backgrounds and will have the opportunity to shape and develop junior lawyers as the team continues to expand. The Group’s legal team is based in London and manages Ohme’s worldwide legal operations across the UK, Europe, South America and Australia.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting and negotiating a range of commercial contracts including wholesale and other sales agreements
- Reviewing and advising on risks in supplier contracts
- Drafting and negotiating NDAs
- Supporting and advising the sales, marketing, engineering and customer care teams
- Managing consultancy agreements and employment legal support
- Advising on Privacy and Data Protection matters
- Advising on SaaS agreements
- Managing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions
- Delivering company training and providing compliance support (policies, legal updates)
- Assisting with corporate matters (board/shareholder resolutions and company secretary)
- England & Wales qualified (essential) solicitor with 3-5 years PQE with a commercial/tech/corporate law background with training from a US/City firm (indicative PQE – we are open to seeing candidates who have relevant experience)
- In-house experience is beneficial but not essential
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills. Excellent knowledge of contract law required. Energy experience is beneficial
- A proactive self-starter and hands-on approach
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
- Confidence working across all levels of the business
- Organised and commercially focused mindset
- A team player willing to pitch in and support colleagues
- Additional European language skills is a plus
- Work in a progressive and innovative tech firm at the forefront of energy transition
- Gain broad exposure to international legal work across UK/Ireland, Europe & Australia
- Have a direct impact on the business and contribute to its growth
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative legal team
Benefits
You’ll get to work in a fast-paced and rapidly growing scale-up with global ambitions that is cutting edge, passionate about sustainability and seeks to make the world a better place.
Our benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus
- London Office - 3 days a week in the office
- Private Health Insurance
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme with death in service benefit of 4x salary
- Income Protection Scheme for long term illness
- Ride to Work Scheme
- Payroll Giving Scheme
- Season Ticket Loan to spread cost of travel over 12 months
- Eye Test every 2 years
Ohme is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are at the heart of what we do and we encourage a culture where everyone can be themselves at work. We actively seek out a diverse range of talent, and our policies ensure that every job application and employee is treated fairly, with equal opportunity to succeed and to feel included.
Skills Required
- England & Wales qualified solicitor with 3-5 years PQE
- Commercial, tech or corporate law background
- Training from a US or City firm
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Excellent knowledge of contract law
- Experience advising on Privacy and Data Protection
- Experience with SaaS agreements
- Ability to manage external counsel across multiple jurisdictions
- Proactive self-starter with hands-on approach
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently
- Confidence working across all levels of the business
- Organised and commercially focused mindset
- Team player willing to support colleagues
- In-house experience
- Energy sector experience
- Additional European language skills
What We Do
Hello, we’re Ohme 👋 We provide end-to-end electric charging solutions for customers and businesses. Whether you are charging at home, at work or on the move - we have you covered. We’ve created a product that not only makes electric vehicles cheaper to run, but allows consumers, businesses and energy suppliers to work together to support the global transition to renewables. Want to find out more? Head to www.ohme-ev.com or email [email protected]. #ohmeev
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