Legal Extern

 

The Extern supports the U.S. Legal and Compliance Department for Vestas, the major global provider of wind energy solutions. Responsibilities include: researching a wide variety of interesting legal issues; drafting memoranda and other documents; participating in meetings with department personnel, other company personnel, and customers where appropriate; and providing other support as necessary. This is a great opportunity for law students interested in working for a global company in the renewable energy business, with an interest in general corporate, commercial, and employment law. This is an unpaid position and requires enrollment in the externship program of the University of Oregon School of Law, Willamette Law School, or Lewis & Clark Law School for academic credit.

 

 

 

Essential Functions:

 

· Research a wide variety of issues relevant to an international company.

 

· Effectively communicate in writing and orally to legal team members and other company employees at various levels.

 

· Review and analyze complex agreements.

 

· Assist with drafting documents where appropriate.

 

· Comply with company policies, procedures, and guidelines.

 

· Work closely and effectively with General Counsel, other company legal personnel, and employees of all levels and cultures within a global organization.

 

· Exhibit good judgment and practical skills.

 

· Perform other activities as required.

 

· Abide by the policies, procedures, and deadlines set forth in the applicable law school's externship program.

 

 

 

Education, Training and Skills Required:

 

· Enrollment in an accredited law school and participation in that law school's externship program.

 

· Great organization skills, responsiveness, high attention to detail, and a leader mentality.

 

· Ability to operate in a busy and demanding work environment.

 

· Ability to identify complex problems and apply legal principles, facts and precedents.

 

 

 

Additional Information This position is located in Portland, OR

 

 

 

About Vestas

 

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We design, manufacture, install, and service wind turbines across the globe, and with more than 92 GW of wind turbines in 79 countries, we have installed more wind power than anyone else.

 

 

 

Through our advanced smart data capabilities and unparalleled 78 GW of wind turbines under service, we use data to interpret, forecast, and exploit wind resources and deliver high-quality wind power solutions. Together with our customers, Vestas' more than 23,900 employees are bringing the world sustainable energy solutions to power a bright future. We invite you to learn more about Vestas by visiting our website at www.vestas.com and following us on our social media channels.

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

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