General Counsel

Location
Russia
Rate, USD
Not specified
Work schedule
Full Time,
Language skills
English, French, Turkish
Available for Hire
Yes
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About me

I am an experienced General Counsel with a strong background in international law, corporate governance, compliance, and M&A. Over the years, I have led legal and compliance departments in major energy, construction, and technology companies, managing teams of specialized lawyers and overseeing complex cross-border transactions. My expertise spans multiple sectors including energy, natural resources, capital markets, banking, finance, and dispute resolution.

I have a proven track record in negotiating and drafting high-value contracts, managing litigation and arbitration matters, and ensuring compliance with local and international regulations such as GDPR. I am skilled in advising on corporate law, tax, regulatory frameworks, and risk management, supporting business units in contractual claims and corporate housekeeping.

My experience includes working with multinational corporations and leading joint ventures, particularly in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. I am adept at designing and implementing health and safety policies, integrity frameworks, and corporate governance structures to promote risk and integrity management.

I am fluent in English and French, and I have a strong academic background with degrees in law and international trade and logistics management. I actively participate in international arbitration moot courts and have been recognized among elite in-house counsels in Turkey.

I am passionate about defense, aerospace, military strategies, and scuba diving, which reflect my disciplined and adventurous approach to both professional and personal life. I am committed to delivering legal excellence and strategic counsel to support business growth and compliance in dynamic and challenging environments.




Education

2024 – To date Bachelor of Arts in International Trade & Logistics Management @ Istanbul University
2005 – 2006 LL.M. @ Free University of Brussels, Institute of European Studies
2000 – 2005 LL.B. @ Galatasaray University Law Faculty

1 year Pre-law: Social Sciences + 4 years law school

1992 – 2000 Mathematics - Sciences Department @ Galatasaray High School

Experience

2023 – To date General Counsel / Vice President @ Soyak Energy Group

Head of legal and compliance department managing 8 lawyers; overseeing renewable energy projects in Turkey, EU, and Eastern Europe; designing health & safety and integrity policies; leading government negotiations; managing corporate governance, compliance, litigation, and budgeting.

2022 – 2023 General Counsel @ Fayrix

Provided full legal support in international law and M&A; managed compliance with data protection regulations including GDPR; supervised legal department; handled contractual work, corporate governance, litigation, and budgeting.

2022 Vice President and Member of the Board of Directors in charge of Legal Affairs @ Türkerler Holding

Oversaw legal affairs for a large construction and renewable energy company; managed projects in real estate, energy, gas distribution, PPP, and textile sectors; led legal support for major infrastructure projects and investments.

2018 – 2022 General Counsel / Director in charge of Legal & Compliance @ Karadeniz Holding (Karpowership Group)

Led legal and compliance department of 10+ lawyers; managed international and domestic legal matters; negotiated contracts and credit facilities; administered data privacy and corporate governance; supported litigation and arbitration.

2016 – 2018 Head of M&A / Corporate and Capital Markets Teams @ Akol Law Firm (former White & Case Turkey)

Led M&A, corporate, and capital markets legal teams; advised on complex transactions and regulatory compliance.

2009 – 2016 Senior Associate, International M&A / Corporate, Competition / International Trade and Tax Practice Groups @ Gide Loyrette Nouel

Handled international M&A, competition law, trade, and tax matters; represented major clients in high-value transactions.

2007 – 2008 Commando Team Leader and Professor of Penal Procedural Law @ Turkish General Command of Gendarmerie

Led commando team; taught penal procedural law.

2006 – 2007 Intern and Junior Associate @ Ersoy Bilgehan Law Firm (former DLA Piper Turkey)
August 2004 Summer Intern @ Erdem & Erdem Law Firm
July 2004 Summer Intern @ Esin Attorney Partnership (Baker McKenzie Turkey)

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