Commercial Infrastructure Lawyer (Clean Energy Focus) - Senior to Partner

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is looking for a Commercial Infrastructure Lawyer specializing in the clean energy sector at the Senior Associate to Partner level. The role involves drafting key agreements and managing complex contracts in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in construction or commercial law and a desire to lead in energy projects. This position offers competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' PQE with experience in construction or commercial contracts.
• Desirable experience with energy infrastructure transactions.
• Comfortable navigating complex contracts and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate Battery Energy Storage System supply agreements.
• Handle Engineering, Procurement, and Construction contracts.
• Manage long-term service agreements and operations maintenance arrangements.
• Advise on warranty packages for clean energy components.
• Provide counsel on project development and acquisitions.

Skills

Construction law

Commercial contracts

Project development

Stakeholder management

Energy infrastructure transactions

Education

4 years PQE

Job description

Overview

Commercial Infrastructure Lawyer (Clean Energy) – Senior Associate to Partner Level

Leeds or London with Hybrid Working

Very Competitive Salary & Benefits Package

A law firm is seeking to expand its Clean Energy team. This opportunity is ideal for a senior lawyer (Senior Associate, Managing Associate, or Partner level) with substantial experience in construction, commercial, or projects law within the clean energy sector. The firm offers a collaborative environment and a strong pipeline of high-profile projects across solar, battery storage, wind, and other renewables.

The Role

The role encompasses a variety of advisory and transactional work, including:

• Drafting and negotiating Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) supply agreements with major global manufacturers
• Handling Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts and associated project documents
• Managing long-term service agreements (LTSAs) and operations and maintenance (O&M) arrangements
• Advising on warranty packages for major clean energy components
• Providing counsel on acquisitions, disposals, and project development within the clean energy space

Collaboration with colleagues across various legal disciplines, including real estate, corporate, finance, environmental, and planning, is integral to this role. The team includes sector specialists and a dedicated Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) to support knowledge and innovation.

The Ideal Candidate

Applicants should have a minimum of 4 years’ PQE, with a focus on construction, commercial contracts, or projects in the clean energy sector. Experience with energy infrastructure transactions is highly desirable. The firm seeks individuals comfortable navigating complex contracts and stakeholder relationships, who enjoy being at the commercial heart of energy deals. Opportunities exist for those looking to step into senior leadership or already operating at partner level.

Why Join?

With increasing demand and a robust pipeline of clean energy projects, this strategic hire offers the freedom to develop your practice within a supportive and experienced team. The firm is committed to a future-focused approach to law, providing a platform for meaningful impact in the clean energy sector.

If this sounds like the right role for you, please get in touch for a confidential chat.

At Haggerty Jaques, we encourage applications from lawyers at all PQE levels who feel they have the right skills and experience. We’d love to hear from you!