Job description
Are you a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys working close to the business in an international environment? We are looking for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join AFRY Group Legal.
In this role, you will support AFRY's global operations with a particular focus on AFRY Management Consulting. You will act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders and business teams, combining legal expertise with commercial understanding and a pragmatic approach.
You will work across jurisdictions, legal systems and industries, helping the business navigate complex legal and commercial matters.
The position is based at AFRY's offices in Solna, Sweden, with the possibility of hybrid working depending on business needs and agreement.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting AFRY Management Consulting
- Advise on client engagements, commercial agreements, partnerships and transaction-related matters.
- Support consultants and management in identifying and managing legal and commercial risks.
- Act as a trusted legal partner in a dynamic advisory business operating at the forefront of the energy transition and industrial transformation.
Commercial Contracts
- Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including advisory, consultancy and engineering-related contracts.
- Balance legal risk with commercial objectives in complex and high-value engagements.
Legal Advice & Dispute Management
- Provide day-to-day legal support across AFRY's international operations.
- Assist with commercial disputes and other complex legal matters when required.
AI & Legal Innovation
- Contribute to the development and use of AI and legal technology tools to improve legal service delivery.
Training & Knowledge Management
- Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks and legal guidance materials.
- Deliver training on commercial contracts, risk management and related legal topics.
Qualifications
We are looking for an experienced lawyer who combines strong legal expertise with sound commercial judgement and the confidence to operate independently in an international business environment. You are commercially minded, pragmatic and confident in handling complex legal matters. You enjoy working close to the business and understand how to balance legal considerations with commercial objectives. You communicate clearly, build strong relationships and thrive in an international environment where priorities and challenges vary from day to day.
You should have:
- A Swedish or other equivalent European law degree
- At least seven years of relevant legal experience, including substantial experience in an international environment
- Extensive experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts
- Experience of working across multiple jurisdictions, legal systems and contract types
- Strong commercial understanding and an ability to assess legal issues in the context of wider business objectives
- The ability to work independently and engage confidently and with integrity with senior decision-makers
- A genuine interest in AI and legal technology, preferably combined with some practical experience of using such tools
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken. German language skills are an advantage
Experience in one or more of the following areas is considered an advantage:
- M&A and transactions.
- Corporate finance or financial-sector related matters.
- Engineering, consultancy or professional services contracts.
- Commercial dispute management.
Additional Information
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders in a global listed company and to advise on complex legal matters across multiple jurisdictions and industries.
We offer:
- A truly international role within AFRY Group Legal.
- Varied and intellectually stimulating work.
- Close collaboration with senior leaders and experienced colleagues.
- A high degree of responsibility and independence.
- Professional and personal development opportunities.
- An individual competence development plan.
- Access to AFRY's global network of experts.
- Competitive benefits, including pension, wellness allowance and parental leave in accordance with our collective agreement.
This is a permanent position. We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Please attach your CV, cover letter and law degree certificate, together with any other relevant qualifications or certificates, to your application. Background check is required for this position.
Welcome to submit your application no later than 25/10-2026.
For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Kristina Geers, Head of Legal Global Division Energy
[email protected]
For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact:
Sofia Enander, Talent Acquisition Partner
[email protected]
As part of all recruitment processes at AFRY, we conduct identity verification, reference checks and verification of educational qualifications.
At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That's how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.
Pay & benefits
About this role
About AFRY
Company Overview
AFRY AB (publ)
HeadquartersStockholm, Sweden
Founded1895
SizeApproximately 18,000 employees (source: linkedin.com).
What They Do
AFRY is a Swedish-Finnish engineering, design, and advisory firm that specializes in a wide array of sectors, particularly focusing on renewable energy. Their core technology expertise encompasses various renewable energy sectors, including onshore and offshore wind, solar power, battery energy storage systems (BESS), hydrogen, bioenergy, geothermal energy, hydro, waste-to-energy, and thermal generation. With over 30 years of experience, AFRY has supported the development of more than 150 GW of wind farms globally (source: afry.com).
The company provides comprehensive project lifecycle support, which includes research, development, market analysis, strategy formulation, owner's engineering, lender's technical advisory, detailed design, permitting, tendering, construction supervision, and operational management. Their services cater to a diverse range of industries, including utilities, developers, investors, financiers, and policymakers, with a strong emphasis on the clean energy transition across Europe, Asia, and Africa (source: afry.com).
AFRY's unique positioning in the market is bolstered by its global scale following the merger with Pöyry, allowing them to leverage cross-sector expertise across three main divisions: Energy, Industry, and Transportation & Places. This independent advisory role, combined with a proven track record in complex projects, sets AFRY apart in the competitive landscape of engineering and advisory services (source: wikipedia.org).
Projects & Track Record
AFRY has an impressive portfolio of notable projects that highlight its expertise in renewable energy and engineering. Among these is Finland’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS) at Paistinkulma, where AFRY provided owner's engineering, project management, and safety coordination. Additionally, they played a crucial role in the Neoen's Isbillen Power Reserve in Sollefteå, Sweden, which is recognized as the largest Nordic BESS (source: afry.com).
Other significant projects include the Pinnapuram Integrated Renewable Energy Storage Project in India, where AFRY was responsible for the detailed design of the world's largest pumped storage scheme that integrates solar and wind energy. The company also contributed to the Tanay Wind Power project in the Philippines, providing lender’s technical advisory for a project capable of generating up to 112 MW of onshore wind energy (source: afry.com).
AFRY's engineering capabilities have also been showcased in landmark projects such as the Gotthard Base Tunnel in Switzerland, the largest railway tunnel in the world, and the Limberg III pumped storage power plant in Kaprun, Austria, where they provided site supervision. Their ongoing projects include the Boxberg Power-to-X GigawattFactory in Germany and the Hai Long Offshore Wind Project in Taiwan, demonstrating their commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions globally (source: afry.com).
Recent Developments
In recent years, AFRY has celebrated significant milestones, including its 130th anniversary in 2025 and the appointment of Linda Pålsson as CEO on January 12, 2025, succeeding Jonas Gustavsson. The company has also launched the Fossil Detox Progress Report at COP30, which analyzes bottlenecks in achieving net-zero emissions. Notably, they completed the foundations for the Hai Long Offshore Wind project in Taiwan and celebrated the opening of the Limberg III project in Austria (source: wikipedia.org).
AFRY has secured major contracts, including owner's engineering for Nordic BESS projects and lender's advisory for wind projects in the Philippines. Their acquisition of Carelin Oy in 2024 has further strengthened their capabilities in renewable energy project management, while the earlier acquisition of SOM System Kft. and TTSA Mérnökiroda Kft. in 2023 enhanced their nuclear safety expertise (source: afry.com).
Working There
AFRY offers a diverse range of roles across its three main divisions: Energy, Industry, and Transportation & Places. Positions include engineering roles in renewables, product development, R&D, and consulting, with opportunities in project management, mechanical and electrical design, and geotechnical engineering. The company actively hires in key locations such as Stockholm, Malmö, Helsinki, Oslo, Zurich, and Budapest, reflecting its extensive geographic presence across 40 countries (source: linkedin.com).
The company culture at AFRY emphasizes innovation and collaboration, rooted in its long history since its founding in 1895. Leadership transitions, such as the recent appointment of CEO Linda Pålsson, signal a commitment to continuity and growth. While specific employee benefits are not detailed in available sources, the significant growth to approximately 18,000 employees suggests structured career paths and opportunities for professional development within the organization (source: wikipedia.org).
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