Commercial and Energy Solicitor

SaccoMann; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial law firm in Leeds is seeking a Senior Solicitor specializing in the energy sector. This role involves managing a caseload related to renewable and low-carbon energy projects, providing legal advice, and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years PQE and strong knowledge of energy law. Flexible working options and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible and hybrid working options

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5-10 years PQE in areas such as Hydrogen, Renewables, Nuclear, and Solar.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks in the energy sector.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of commercial matters in the energy sector.
• Provide legal advice on energy law and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate energy-related contracts.

Skills

Energy law and regulations

Negotiation skills

Drafting skills

Job description

Our client is one of the leading commercial firms in the country and a global provider specialising in legal and business services. They are recruiting for a Senior Solicitor to join their growing commercial team to specialise in the Energy Sector. This role will be based at the firm's Leeds office, and they are looking to hear from established solicitors working within Energy who can deliver high-quality work.

The Role

Joining the department, you will be working on your own caseload, including high-profile and complex transactions on an international scale. You will be working on regulatory frameworks and commercial contracts, including grid connections, power purchase agreements, and other route-to-market contracts. This includes advising on project documents associated with renewable, net, and low-carbon energy generation and storage projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Running your own caseload of commercial matters.
• Provide legal advice on energy law and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate energy-related contracts and agreements.
• Represent clients in negotiations with project counterparties.
• Advise on risk management and mitigation strategies in energy projects.

About You

• Between 5 - 10 years PQE within a similar discipline (including Hydrogen, Renewables, Nuclear, Solar, low/net zero carbon energy projects).
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance issues in the energy sector.
• Excellent negotiation and drafting skills.

What\'s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Future career development in a growing and innovative practice area

If you are interested in this Commercial Solicitor role in Leeds, then please get in touch with Sophie Linley on 0113 236 6711 to find out more information or if you\'ve a CV to hand, please submit this for review. To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.