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

Haggerty Jaques; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking a Commercial Infrastructure Lawyer at Senior Associate to Partner level to expand its Clean Energy team. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts related to energy projects such as BESS agreements and EPC contracts. Applicants should have at least 4 years' PQE in construction or commercial law, ideally with a focus on clean energy. The firm offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for leadership development.

Benefits

Very competitive salary

Benefits package

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ PQE in construction, commercial contracts, or projects.
• Experience with energy infrastructure transactions highly desirable.
• Comfortable navigating complex contracts and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) agreements.
• Handle Engineering, Procurement, and Construction contracts.
• Manage long-term service agreements and operations contracts.
• Advise on warranty packages for major energy components.
• Provide counsel on acquisitions, disposals, and project development.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating contracts

Experience in clean energy projects

Navigating complex contracts

Stakeholder relationship management

Job description

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

Leeds or London with Hybrid Working

Very Competitive Salary & Benefits Package

A national 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!