Clean Energy - Sr Associate/Managing Associate-Bristol-5-7 PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Flexible working arrangements

Networking with sector specialists

Job summary

A national law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Associate in Clean Energy. The role requires 5-7 years of PQE and offers a blend of hybrid working opportunities. Candidates will work on high-profile clean energy projects with leading partners. Key responsibilities include managing energy contracts and providing regulatory advice. The firm promotes a diverse culture and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Generous salary scale between £80,000-£95,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' PQE in clean energy, commercial, projects or regulatory work.
• Strong technical ability and experience advising on energy-related contracts.
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage power purchase agreements and battery optimisation contracts.
• Advise on clean energy project developments and acquisitions.
• Handle Ofgem licensing and regulatory matters.

Skills

Clean energy law

Drafting energy contracts

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

Clean Energy - Senior Associate / Managing Associate - Bristol - 5-7 Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (hybrid working available)

Salary: £80,000-£95,000 (dependent on experience)

A national law firm is seeking a talented Clean Energy lawyer with 5-7 years' PQE to join its expanding Clean Energy team based in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity to work with sector-leading partners on high-profile clean energy projects, supported by a large multi-disciplinary group of over 100 lawyers across real estate, construction, corporate, finance, environment, planning and dispute resolution.

The Role

• Power purchase agreements
• Battery optimisation and tolling contracts
• Biogas offtake arrangements
• Clean energy project developments, acquisitions and disposals
• Low carbon support regimes (CfDs, Capacity Market, REGOs, etc.)
• Energy supply arrangements
• Ofgem licensing and regulatory matters
• Grid connection arrangements, IDNOs and private wire structures
• Heat networks and heat offtake/supply contracts

Experience with technologies such as solar PV, wind, hydro, battery storage, energy from waste, biogas, hydrogen, EV charging infrastructure or district heating would be advantageous.

Candidate Requirements

• 5-7 years' PQE in clean energy, commercial, projects or regulatory work
• Strong technical ability and experience advising on energy related contracts
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Confidence managing complex matters independently
• A collaborative approach and ability to work across teams
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, commercially minded outlook

Applications from transactional lawyers with focused clean energy experience are also welcomed.

Benefits

• A supportive, high-performing national team environment
• Opportunities to work on market-leading clean energy projects
• Clear career progression and development pathways
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Access to a wide network of sector specialists and a dedicated PSL

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.