Construction Lawyer (In-house, energy sector)

Executive Network Legal Limited; West Midlands Combined Authority, City of Edinburgh, Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy seeks a Senior Legal Counsel to join their dynamic legal team. This role offers the chance to engage in a variety of legal issues, from contract negotiations to dispute resolution, within a company committed to sustainable development. The successful candidate will work closely with business units and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with corporate policies while navigating complex technical projects. If you are a UK-qualified solicitor with a passion for renewable energy and a blend of private practice and in-house experience, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in legal roles.
• Experience in construction, engineering, or renewable energy sectors.

Responsibilities

• Promote legal awareness across UK operations.
• Lead contract negotiations and advise on commercial matters.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to UK operations.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contract Negotiation

Dispute Resolution

Legal Compliance

Project Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

NEC Contracts

JCT Contracts

FIDIC Contracts

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel – Renewable Energy
Edinburgh (Hybrid)
£85,000 - £95,000

eNL Legal has been exclusively instructed by a major international player in the renewable energy sector, known for its longstanding commitment to sustainable development and innovation. With a legacy spanning over four decades, the company has consistently set high standards in engineering excellence and continues to drive forward the global energy transition.

The Opportunity

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a UK-based Senior Legal Counsel to become part of a globally integrated legal team, supporting operations within the Western Europe region. This role focuses primarily on legal matters relating to UK business activities and provides the chance to work independently on a national level, while collaborating closely with regional legal colleagues, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.

This is a dynamic, hands-on position offering exposure to a wide variety of legal issues and strategic decision-making within a growing and future-focused industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promoting legal awareness and best practices across UK and regional operations.
• Advising UK business units on a broad range of commercial and contractual matters.
• Leading contract negotiations and liaising directly with clients and business partners.
• Drafting and reviewing legal agreements.
• Advising on dispute resolution strategies and claims management.
• Supporting contract negotiations including TSA and EPK contracts.
• Ensuring alignment with corporate policies from regional and global leadership.
• Monitoring legal and regulatory developments relevant to UK operations.
• Assisting departments such as Sales, Aftersales, Project Management, PMC and Procurement with client and subcontractor agreements.
• Coordinating litigation and formal legal proceedings where required.

About You:

• UK-qualified solicitor with at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience
• A blend of experience in private practice and in-house legal roles (ideally within construction, engineering or renewable energy sectors)
• Strong familiarity with NEC, JCT, and FIDIC contract forms
• Deep understanding of key commercial agreements used in international business (e.g. sale/purchase, exclusivity, loan agreements)
• Comfortable navigating the legal, financial and operational elements of complex technical projects

With a footprint in over 35 countries, this organisation is united by a clear purpose: enabling a more sustainable energy future.

Please note: eNL Legal is managing this assignment exclusively. All third-party applications will be redirected accordingly.