Vianode | Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel

Vianode is an advanced battery materials company providing sustainable anode graphite solutions for the battery and EV value chains in North America and Europe. Vianode's breakthrough solution enables tailored high-performance synthetic anode graphite and holistic sustainability offering a 90% reduction in CO2 footprint. Vianode operates the world's most sustainable full-scale anode graphite plant for batteries at Herøya, Norway.

The next step involves executing a multi-billion dollar phased investment program dedicated to establishing large-scale plants across North America and Europe.

Vianode's long-term ambition is to supply advanced battery materials to 3 million EVs per year by 2030. Vianode is owned by the world-leading financial company Altor.

Vianode is expanding its Legal department and is seeking a dedicated and business-oriented Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel. As Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel you will act as a central business partner to the organization within a variety of complex legal matters, ensuring compliance and foster the development of legal skills within the team.

You will play a key role in supporting Vianode's next growth phase, including providing support on financing initiatives, protection of IP, industrial expansion, strategic customer partnerships and the continued development of our business.

This position is based in Vianode's offices at Skøyen, Oslo and will report to the General Counsel at Vianode.

Key working areas:

• Provide guidance to management and staff on legal matters
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Draft, review and provide input on legal documents, including term sheets and material contracts
• Support and negotiation on strategic agreements with leading international partners
• Support financing processes, lender discussions and other corporate transactions
• Managing comprehensive legal matters in areas such as corporate, M&A, equity and debt financing, tax, IPR, IT, construction, labor as well as dispute resolutions
• Partner with business and technology teams to enable innovation, technology development, IP strategy, R&D collaborations, technology transfer, and commercialization activities
• Develop and maintain corporate governing documents and compliance matters
• Engage in relevant meetings with management, customers and suppliers, advisors, lenders, and other stakeholders

Desired qualifications:

• Master's degree in law with good academic results, and a license to practice law
• 5-10 years of relevant experience from a leading law firm and/or as in-house legal counsel in international business
• Broad experience in reviewing and negotiating contracts
• Experience in an international setting, collaborating with external law firms

Personal characteristics:

• Proactive and self-motivated
• Enjoys taking ownership and combining strategic legal work with practical day-to-day problem solving
• Strong business acumen with a structured and analytical approach
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Thrives in a growing organization where flexibility, curiosity and a willingness to roll up your sleeves are important
• Excellent communication skills in English and Norwegian

• Passionate about sustainability, battery technology, and the green transition

Why join Vianode?

At Vianode, we're not just crafting sustainable solutions; we're building a cleaner, greener future from Norway to the world. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. As part of our team, you will work alongside talented professionals who share a passion for pushing the boundaries of battery technology.

If you share our passion for sustainability and innovation and are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the battery industry, we want to hear from you.

Vianode is a truly international company with 28 nationalities across 238 employees and presence across multiple continents. Vianode is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We look forward to welcoming candidates who share our vision for a sustainable future.

Vianode AS is owned by the internationally recognized private equity firm Altor. We aim to become a leading solutions provider to the fast-growing battery industry.

Our advanced anode graphite is a key component in the production of lithium-ion batteries and contributes to increased range for electric vehicles, faster charging, long life, and improved safety.