In-House Legal Counsel – Employment, Contracts & Energy

Ecotricity; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading green energy company in the UK is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to join their in-house Legal Team in Stroud. The role involves managing various legal and corporate affairs, focusing particularly on employment law and commercial litigation. Candidates should have 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a hybrid working model, along with generous benefits such as a healthcare plan, pension contributions, and a variety of company discounts.

Benefits

Healthcare plan

Life assurance

Generous pension contribution

Volunteering Day

Various company discounts

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Post-qualification experience in law preferably in employment or commercial litigation.
• Strong communication skills for drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and case loads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage non-contentious and contentious employment matters directly.
• Support development of employment policies and compensation packages.
• Draft and review contracts, advising business teams on risks.

Skills

Employment law experience

Commercial litigation knowledge

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

1-3 years post-qualification experience

Job description

A leading green energy company in the UK is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to join their in-house Legal Team in Stroud. The role involves managing various legal and corporate affairs, focusing particularly on employment law and commercial litigation. Candidates should have 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a hybrid working model, along with generous benefits such as a healthcare plan, pension contributions, and a variety of company discounts.