Corporate Energy & Natural Resources Associate

Simpson Judge; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Judge in London is seeking a Corporate M&A Associate to join the Energy & Natural Resources team. The role focuses on cross-border transactions in the oil & gas sector with exposure to LNG and energy infrastructure.

You will advise on SPAs, joint ventures, and due diligence, coordinate multi-jurisdictional matters, and work with international clients.

Qualifications

• PQE 3–6 years, or 2+ with highly relevant oil&gas experience
• England & Wales qualified solicitor or international equivalent
• Strong oil & gas M&A experience in a reputable firm
• Experience with upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas transactions
• Experience coordinating due diligence and drafting SPAs/JV documents

Responsibilities

• Advise on domestic and cross-border M&A within the energy sector.
• Work on upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas assets transactions.
• Assist with LNG infrastructure, pipelines and energy assets.
• Advise on joint ventures, partnerships, and reorganisations.
• Draft, review and negotiate transaction documents and due diligence reports.
• Coordinate due diligence with international teams and clients.

Skills

Oil & gas M&A

Cross-border deals

Due diligence

Strong commercial awareness

International teams

Education

England & Wales qualified solicitor

Job description

Location: London

PQE: 3–6 years

Firm: Leading International Law Firm

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate M&A Associate to join the highly regarded Energy & Natural Resources team of a leading international law firm in London.

The team advises major international energy companies, investors and financial institutions on complex, high-value corporate transactions across the global energy sector.

This position offers exposure to significant cross-border M&A transactions, particularly within the oil & gas industry, alongside opportunities to work on broader energy transition and infrastructure investments.

The successful candidate will join an established international practice offering high-quality transactional work, direct client exposure and opportunities for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions and disposals within the energy sector.
• Work on corporate transactions involving upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas assets.
• Assist with acquisitions, divestments and investments involving LNG infrastructure, pipelines and energy assets.
• Advise on joint ventures, strategic partnerships and corporate reorganisations.
• Draft, review and negotiate transaction documentation, including SPAs, shareholders' agreements and joint venture agreements.
• Conduct and coordinate legal due diligence on complex international transactions.
• Work alongside international teams on multi-jurisdictional matters.
• Support clients across traditional energy and energy transition transactions.

Candidate Requirements

• Ideally 3–6 years' PQE, although candidates with 2+ PQE and particularly relevant experience could be considered.
• England & Wales qualified solicitor or an appropriately qualified international lawyer.
• Strong Corporate M&A experience gained within a reputable City, international or leading national law firm.
• Demonstrable oil & gas transactional experience is essential.
• Experience involving upstream, midstream or downstream oil & gas transactions, LNG or related energy infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge of corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures.
• Experience managing transaction documents and coordinating due diligence.
• Excellent commercial awareness, drafting ability and communication skills.
• Confidence working with international clients and cross-border legal teams.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a leading international Corporate Energy & Natural Resources practice.
• Work on complex, high-value, cross-border energy transactions.
• Gain exposure to major international energy companies and institutional investors.
• Develop specialist expertise across oil & gas, LNG and the wider energy sector.
• Benefit from a collaborative international platform and opportunities for career progression.

If you are a Corporate M&A Associate with strong oil & gas experience and are considering your next move within the London market, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.