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

Haggerty Jaques; London, Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Infrastructure Lawyer to join their Clean Energy team in London or Leeds. This role offers a unique opportunity for a senior lawyer to work on high-profile projects in the renewable energy sector, including solar and wind. The firm promotes a collaborative environment, allowing you to engage with various legal disciplines while focusing on advisory and transactional work. With a strong pipeline of projects and a commitment to innovation, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the clean energy landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years’ PQE in construction or commercial law.
• Experience in clean energy sector transactions is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate Battery Energy Storage System agreements.
• Manage Engineering, Procurement, and Construction contracts.
• Advise on acquisitions and project development in clean energy.

Skills

Construction Law

Commercial Contracts

Project Development

Energy Infrastructure Transactions

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE)

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, 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!