Regulatory Counsel – Offshore Wind (UK)

RWE Gruppe; Swindon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. is seeking a qualified solicitor to join our Offshore Wind team as Legal Counsel for Regulatory Law.

You will provide practical legal advice on UK regulatory and grid frameworks, support environmental and energy compliance, and work with cross-border colleagues to advance offshore wind projects. In addition to advising on permits and regulatory submissions, you will help develop AI-enabled tools for regulatory tracking and document review, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales, or equivalent common law qualification in a relevant jurisdiction.
• 2–5 years PQE in regulatory law, energy law, environmental law, or planning law.
• Experience with digital tools and AI-enabled solutions for regulatory workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory frameworks, grid connection agreements, and environmental/energy regulations for UK offshore wind projects.
• Coordinate regulatory approvals and contribute to regulatory submissions and public consultations.
• Monitor regulatory developments and track permit conditions across jurisdictions.
• Coordinate external legal/regulatory advisors to ensure cost-effective support.

Skills

Regulatory law

Energy law

AI-enabled tools

Regulatory compliance

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. is seeking a qualified solicitor to join our Offshore Wind team as Legal Counsel for Regulatory Law.

You will provide practical legal advice on UK regulatory and grid frameworks, support environmental and energy compliance, and work with cross-border colleagues to advance offshore wind projects. In addition to advising on permits and regulatory submissions, you will help develop AI-enabled tools for regulatory tracking and document review, and coordinate with