Antoine Genevois

General Secretary & Group General Counsel at EDF Renouvelables

Antoine Genevois is a seasoned legal professional who currently serves as the Secretary General and Group General Counsel at EDF Renouvelables, a leading renewable energy company.1 3 His career in the legal field spans over two decades, showcasing a progression through various high-profile roles in different organizations.

Career Trajectory

Early Career:: Antoine Genevois began his legal career in 2000 at Thales Group, where he was involved in establishing the company's compliance program and handling litigation matters.5

Framatome:: Prior to joining EDF Renouvelables, Genevois worked at Framatome from September 2012 to April 2019.4

EDF Renouvelables::

In 2019, Genevois joined EDF Renouvelables as the Group Legal Director, overseeing the Legal, Insurance, and Compliance functions.3
In 2023, he was promoted to the position of Secretary General, expanding his responsibilities within the company.3 7

Education

Antoine Genevois holds a PhD from the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne, which he completed between 2000 and 2004. His doctoral research focused on the international efficiency of anti-trust laws.2

Professional Recognition

Genevois has been recognized in the Legal 500 GC Powerlist for France multiple times, including in 2016, 2018, and 2022, highlighting his standing as a prominent legal professional in the country.5 6

Current Role

As Secretary General and Group General Counsel at EDF Renouvelables, Antoine Genevois plays a crucial role in the company's leadership. EDF Renouvelables is actively involved in developing renewable energy projects, including offshore wind farms in Japan since 2022, contributing to the global energy transition.1

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Highlights

Apr 17 · lemondedudroit.fr

EDF Renouvelables : Antoine Genevois devient secrétaire général

Experience

Secretary General and Group General Counsel at EDF Renouvelables (September 2022 - Present)

Group General Counsel at EDF Renouvelables (April 2019 - September 2022), Group General Counsel and Compliance Officer at Framatome (September 2012 - April 2019), General Counsel North America at Areva Group (September 2006 - September 2012), Legal Counsel at Areva NC (May 2003 - August 2006), Legal Counsel at Thales (May 2000 - May 2003)

Education

Ph.D. in Business Law from University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne (2000 - 2004), Leadership Program from Harvard Business School Executive Education (2009), Research Degree in Business Law from Université Paris Dauphine (1998 - 1999), Master's Degree in International Business Law from Université Panthéon Assas (Paris II) (1997 - 1998)