Legal Counsel - Commercial

Michael Page (UK); Bridport; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their growing in-house legal team. This role involves reviewing and negotiating supply chain contracts, providing commercial advice, and supporting procurement and sales teams. The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial law with a focus on installation agreements and supply chain contracts. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the renewable energy sector while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. Hybrid working arrangements allow for flexibility while maintaining a strong team dynamic.

Benefits

Performance Related Bonus

Hybrid Working

Collaborative Work Environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial law experience focusing on supply chain contracts.
• Experience with equipment warranties and performance guarantees.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and negotiating supply chain contracts for renewable energy.
• Advising on product compliance and managing contractual disputes.

Skills

Commercial Law Experience

Contract Negotiation

Supply Chain Contracts

Installation Agreements

Regulatory Understanding

Education

UK/IRE Qualification

Job description

• Join a strong brand within the renewable energy sector
• Join a growing in house legal team

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation specialising in the Energy & Natural Resources industry. With a focus on renewable energy, specifically solar.

Job Description

• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating supply chain contracts for mounting systems and ancillary equipment
• Developing and maintaining standard installation agreements and terms
• Managing contractual disputes
• Supporting procurement teams and sales teams with on boarding and negotiation
• Advising on product compliance and certification requirements
• Providing quick-turnaround commercial advice to sales and operations teams
• Thorough understanding of supply chain and procurement contracts
• Preferable to have familiarity with NEC/JCT contract forms for installation works
• Experience with equipment warranties, performance guarantees, and defects liability periods
• Understanding of installation risk allocation and liability frameworks

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• UK/IRE qualified with a minimum 2+ year's commercial law experience, with demonstrable experience in supply chain contracts and installation agreements
• Strong background in drafting and negotiating equipment supply terms, warranties, and installation service contracts
• Previous experience within an EPC contractor, solar equipment manufacturer/supplier, or similar technical supply business
• Proven track record managing contractor/subcontractor relationships
• Solid understanding of the UK construction and engineering regulatory landscape would be preferable but not essential

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of around £60,000 - £70,000 DOE.
• Performance related bonus
• Hybrid working with travel to the office periodically
• An opportunity to work in a large organisation within the Energy & Natural Resources industry.
• A chance to contribute to the renewable energy sector and work towards a sustainable future.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.