Commercial Energy Lawyer 1-4 year PQE

IDEX Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in London is seeking a Commercial Energy Associate with 1-4 years PQE to join their dynamic team in the energy sector. The role involves advising on commercial contracts and supporting major energy transactions. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with a strong client focus, excellent research skills, and ideally some familiarity with the energy sector. The firm offers a hybrid working model, 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Generous pension & life assurance

Three-month sabbatical every five years

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Solicitor with 1-4 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in commercial contracts is essential.
• Familiarity with the energy sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a variety of commercial contracts.
• Support major energy transactions including project development.
• Build strong relationships with diverse clients in the sector.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Research skills

Client-focused

Commercially minded

Education

Qualified Solicitor

1-4 PQE

Job description

We're looking for a talented Commercial Energy Associate (1-4 PQE) to join a leading Energy & Regulated Industries team in London.

About the Role

Energy is one of the most dynamic and high-profile sectors in the UK, providing lawyers with the chance to work on complex, impactful projects that shape the economy and political agenda.

You'll be advising on a wide variety of commercial contracts (from long-term power purchase agreements to multi-party industry codes) and supporting on major energy transactions-including project development, financing, and sales.

Our clients span governments, regulators, utilities, developers, suppliers, and corporates, giving you the opportunity to build strong relationships across the sector.

This is a collaborative, non-hierarchical team that combines commercial and regulatory expertise. You'll have direct client exposure, plenty of responsibility, and support to grow your career in one of the UK's top-ranked energy practices.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• A qualified Solicitor, 1-4 PQE
• Experienced in commercial contracts (essential)
• Familiar with the energy sector (desirable)
• Strong in research and confident in delivering clear, pragmatic written advice
• Client-focused, commercially minded, and keen to learn

What's on Offer

• A hybrid approach to office/remote working
• 25 days annual leave (plus option to buy extra)
• Private medical insurance (with family options)
• Generous pension & life assurance
• Three-month sabbatical every five years
• Family leave schemes and well-being support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded practice at the forefront of the UK energy sector.

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