Junior Commercial Lawyer

E.ON UK PLC; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider is seeking a motivated Junior Commercial Lawyer to support its E.ON Next business for a fixed 12-month term. The role involves handling legal matters, compliance, and contracts, with hybrid working arrangements available. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with commercial experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

26 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Access to flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor of England and Wales.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Great interpersonal skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support E.ON Next business with contracts, compliance, and regulatory issues.
• Provide advice on energy solutions and commodity contracts.
• Handle marketing and advertising promotions.

Skills

Qualified solicitor of England and Wales

1-3 years' experience in a commercial role

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent English communication skills

Business acumen

Job description

Junior Commercial Lawyer

Fixed term - 12 months

Salary - £45,636 - £57,937 plus excellent employee benefits and career progression

Location - Nottingham (Hybrid working - 2 days a week onsite)

We are E.ON and we're leading the energy transition providing smart, sustainable and personalised solutions for customers at home, in business and across entire towns and cities.

The award-winning E.ON UK Legal, Compliance and Data Protection Team (LCDP Team) provides invaluable support to its colleagues to achieve E.ON's business objectives with the purpose of leading the energy transition..

The LCDP Team is headed by General Counsel and Compliance Officer, Kirin Kalsi. Kirin currently manages a team of 39 lawyers and compliance experts with nine Senior Legal Counsels acting as point of contact for their respective E.ON business areas, and a Senior Data Protection and Compliance Manager.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Commercial Lawyer to join the LCDP Team on a 12-month fixed-term basis. In this role, you will report into Senior Legal Counsel and primarily support the E.ON Next business with legal matters including contracts, compliance, and regulatory issues. You will be required to provide advice on all aspects of new and existing energy solutions and commodity contracts concerning residential clients as well as marketing and advertising promotions.

What we need from you

• You are a qualified solicitor of England and Wales with 1-3 years' experience in a commercial role.
• You have a hardworking approach with a proven ability to work to tight timescales in a fast-paced environment.
• You have business acumen with a practical, commercial approach to problem solving.
• You are enthusiastic, positive and a great team player.
• You have great interpersonal skills with the ability to deal confidently and build strong and trusting relationships with business colleagues.
• You have excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

It would also be great if you had

• Experience of consumer or retail related work, particularly within a regulated business.
• Experience of working in-house.
• Ability to work in a quick paced business facing role and be hands on, resilient, adaptable and organised.
• Proven ability to manage own workload.

Here's what you need to know

Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Recognised with the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, our benefits truly stand out.

Recognised for Family-Friendly and Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we earned Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our exceptional family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Lets discuss how we can work together flexibly.

Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we're committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and fairness for everyone.

Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum role criteria.

Development Opportunities: With inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs, your career growth is a priority.