Energy Legal Director – Exeter (Hybrid, 6+ PQE)

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Career progression to seniorLeadership

Exposure to nationally significant能源项目

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting an experienced Managing Associate or Legal Director for its Energy team in Exeter. The role focuses on complex renewable energy and infrastructure matters, advising a broad client base from start-ups to large corporates.

You will lead on commercial energy contracts, regulatory issues and project due diligence, while supporting business development and client relationships within a growing practice.

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE in Commercial, Energy or Infrastructure teams.
• Strong experience in energy-sector contracts and renewables.
• Experience advising a broad client base from start-ups to large corporates.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and client management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving.
• Proven ability to build long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise on PPAs, regulatory, licensing and heat supply matters.
• Handle CfDs, grid connection and energy framework agreements.
• Oversee due diligence for funding, refinancing and secondary market transactions.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to marketing and business development.
• Lead energy projects and advise developers, investors and funders.

Skills

Commercial energy contracts

Renewable energy projects

Client relationship management

Negotiation and drafting

Business development

Regulatory and licensing

Job description

Chadwick Nott is recruiting an experienced Managing Associate or Legal Director for its Energy team in Exeter. The role focuses on complex renewable energy and infrastructure matters, advising a broad client base from start-ups to large corporates.

You will lead on commercial energy contracts, regulatory issues and project due diligence, while supporting business development and client relationships within a growing practice.