IN-HOUSE LEGAL COUNSEL - RENEWABLES [5 - 7 YRS PQE] EDINBURGH [LEGAL MANAGER]

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le secteur des énergies renouvelables recherche un avocat interne spécialisé à Édimbourg. Le rôle implique de soutenir des projets d’énergie renouvelable et de gérer des contrats complexes. Le candidat idéal doit être un solliciteur qualifié avec une expérience significative dans le domaine énergétique et les réglementations au Royaume-Uni.

Benefits

Équipe dynamique

Modalités de travail hybrides

Qualifications

• Expérience de 5-7 ans en tant que conseiller juridique.
• Expérience privilégiée dans le secteur des énergies renouvelables.
• Compétences en droit administratif, immobilier et de la construction au Royaume-Uni.

Responsibilities

• Rédiger et négocier des contrats tels que EPC et accords de partenariat.
• Assurer la conformité aux réglementations énergétiques et environnementales.
• Gérer les contentieux légaux et superviser les conseillers externes.

Skills

Négociation de contrats

Gestion de projet

Education

Solicitor qualifié en Angleterre & Pays de Galles et/ou Écosse

Job description

IN HOUSE LEGAL COUNSEL - RENEWABLES [5 - 7 YRS PQE] EDINBURGH [LEGAL MANAGER]

Client: [Client details not provided]

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel specializing in renewable energy to join our legal team in Edinburgh. The role involves supporting our UK renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and battery storage, across the project development, construction, and operational phases.

The responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts such as EPC, grid connection, O&M, lease, and joint venture agreements, ensuring compliance with UK energy, environmental, planning, and land-use regulations. The legal counsel will also support permitting, regulatory processes, stakeholder engagement, legal dispute management, and supervise external counsel when necessary.

Additional duties encompass supporting M&A and financing transactions, implementing internal policies, and maintaining legal documentation. The ideal candidate should be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales and/or Scotland with 5–7 years of post-qualification experience, preferably within the renewable energy sector, with strong expertise in UK administrative, real estate, and construction law.

Key skills include contract negotiation, project management, and experience working in a multinational or energy-focused environment.

What we offer: A vibrant team environment, hybrid working arrangements, and engaging work within a thriving business.

For more information, please contact Liz Frost for a confidential discussion:
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