In-House Counsel - Energy & Infrastructure

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Profit sharing

Job summary

Noriker Power is seeking a qualified lawyer with a strong commercial focus to lead contracts and regulatory work across the UK energy sector. The role covers drafting, negotiating, and overseeing complex agreements, as well as advising on tender proposals and corporate matters.

You will liaise with senior leadership and external counsel, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while supporting growth in project development and EPC activities.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with a commercially focused approach and energy/infra sector experience.
• Proficient in drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial agreements and project documents.
• Experience leading negotiations on major contracts and managing regulatory filings.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contracts with partners, suppliers and customers.
• Manage standard contract templates across project development.
• Monitor regulatory developments and maintain compliance programs across jurisdictions.
• Provide legal advice on tender proposals, reviews, and M&A activity.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Commercial awareness

Education

Law degree / Qualified lawyer

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Noriker Power is seeking a qualified lawyer with a strong commercial focus to lead contracts and regulatory work across the UK energy sector. The role covers drafting, negotiating, and overseeing complex agreements, as well as advising on tender proposals and corporate matters.

You will liaise with senior leadership and external counsel, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while supporting growth in project development and EPC activities.