Career Biography

Martin Schenk is a strategic legal executive with a unique blend of deep tax expertise and broad corporate legal leadership. As General Counsel of Alpiq, he oversees all legal, compliance, regulatory and tax matters, driving legal strategy in alignment with the company’s commercial and regulatory priorities.

With a background as Head of Tax in various industries, Martin brings a rare dual perspective to the GC role—combining technical precision with strategic foresight. His ability to navigate complex cross-border structures, regulatory frameworks, and transactional environments makes him a trusted advisor to the executive board and a key contributor to Alpiq’s transformation in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Martin applies a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal leadership. He fosters a culture where legal is not a gatekeeper but a value-adding partner—enabling innovation, managing risk intelligently, and supporting sustainable growth. Under his leadership, the legal function has evolved into a proactive, agile team that supports strategic initiatives across M&A, digitalization, and energy transactions.

He is particularly skilled at translating legal complexity into actionable insights for decision-makers, and at building bridges between legal, business, finance, operations, and technology. His leadership style is collaborative and forward-looking, with a strong focus on governance, integrity, and long-term value creation.

With his combination of legal depth, tax acumen, and strategic mindset, Martin exemplifies the modern General Counsel—one who not only protects but empowers the business.