Managing Associate / Legal Director - Energy - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to complex energy projects

Career progression

Shape growing practice

Flexible and hybrid working

Learning and professional development

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is partnering with a leading UK law firm to recruit a Managing Associate / Legal Director in energy for Exeter. The role offers a senior position within the Energy team, handling complex energy transactions and advising on regulatory matters across electricity, gas, heat and storage.

You'll work closely with commercial, construction, real estate and corporate colleagues, developing client relationships, winning new work and contributing to the growth of the practice in a dynamic

Qualifications

• 7+ years' PQE with strong Energy/Commercial/Projects/Infrastructure background.
• Experience advising on energy-sector contracts and transactions.
• Strong understanding of renewable energy projects and market developments.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and pragmatic approach.
• Ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Track record of involvement in business development.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Collaborative approach and contribute to team growth.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial energy transactional advice across a range of matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across energy projects (commercial, construction, real estate, corporate).
• Develop and maintain long-term client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Assist in shaping the growth and direction of the Energy practice.

Skills

Energy contracts

Renewable energy

Client relationships

Drafting

Negotiation

Commercial awareness

Business development

Project management

Team collaboration

Job description

Managing Associate / Legal Director - Energy - Exeter

A superb opportunity has arisen for an experienced Energy lawyer to join the Exeter office of a highly regarded UK law firm with an established reputation in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. Recognised by the Legal 500 and acting for clients across the UK and internationally, the firm is involved in some of the most exciting projects driving the energy transition.
This position offers the chance to take on a senior role within a successful and expanding Energy team, advising on complex transactions while playing an active part in developing client relationships, winning new work and helping shape the future growth of the practice.
Working with developers, investors, landowners, funders and businesses operating throughout the energy sector, you'll advise on a broad range of commercial energy matters, including:

• Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
• Grid and network connection arrangements
• Energy regulation across electricity, gas, heat and storage
• Heat supply and service contracts
• Feedstock and waste-to-energy agreements
• Asset management and operational contracts
• Contracts for Difference (CfDs)
• Framework and optimisation agreements
• Commercial arrangements supporting energy infrastructure projects
• Due diligence for acquisitions, investments and funding transactions

The role will see you working closely with colleagues across commercial, construction, real estate and corporate teams, delivering commercially focused advice on innovative renewable energy projects.

This role will suit an ambitious lawyer looking for greater responsibility and the opportunity to raise their profile within a leading Energy practice.

Candidate Requirements

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with 7+ years' PQE and a strong background in Energy, Commercial, Projects or Infrastructure work.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Significant experience advising on energy-sector contracts and transactions
• A strong understanding of renewable energy projects and market developments
• Experience working with a range of clients, from emerging businesses to major investors and corporates
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and problem-solving abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach
• The ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships
• A track record of involvement in business development and networking initiatives
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to team growth

Why Join?

You’ll be joining a well-established, nationally recognised law firm known for its entrepreneurial culture, high-quality work and commitment to developing its people. The Energy team continues to advise on landmark renewable energy, sustainability and infrastructure projects, providing lawyers with access to fascinating work at the forefront of the sector.

Benefits include:

• Exposure to complex and high-profile energy projects
• A genuine platform for career progression
• The opportunity to help shape a growing practice
• Supportive and collaborative leadership
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Strong investment in learning and professional development
• Active encouragement of business development and profile building
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Energy lawyer seeking first-class work, meaningful career progression and the chance to become a key figure within a successful and expanding team.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.