Senior Associate Clean Energy Construction - Bristol

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled construction lawyer passionate about clean energy to join their dynamic team in Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on exciting projects, including battery energy storage and EPC contracts, while collaborating with experts in various fields. With a commitment to clean energy initiatives, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and career growth. If you're eager to make a difference in the clean energy sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Progression Opportunities

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in construction or commercial law.
• Strong knowledge of clean energy projects and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate contracts for clean energy projects.
• Collaborate with a dedicated team across multiple UK offices.

Skills

Construction Law

Commercial Law

Project Work

Clean Energy Sector Knowledge

Transactional Expertise

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Senior Associate/Managing Associate Clean Energy Construction - Bristol

New opportunity to join a national and top 100 law firm who are seeking a skilled and motivated construction lawyer with a passion for clean energy to join their vibrant and growing team.

Applicants should ideally have a minimum of 4 years' experience in construction, commercial, or project work, particularly within the clean energy sector. However, applications from candidates with strong transactional expertise in the field are welcome.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with a dedicated team across multiple UK offices.

You'll have the backing of a wider sector team spanning diverse practice areas such as real estate, corporate, finance, environment, planning, and dispute resolution. In addition, you'll benefit from the support of a dedicated Professional Support Lawyer focused specifically on the clean energy sector.

In this role, you'll work on an exciting variety of matters, including:

• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) supply agreements, with leading global manufacturers.
• EPC contracts.
• O&M agreements and long-term service agreements (LTSAs).
• Component warranties.
• Clean energy project development, acquisitions, and disposals.

Experience with key clean energy technologies, such as battery storage, solar PV, wind power, hydroelectric, energy-from-waste, biogas, hydrogen, EV charging infrastructure, and district heating systems, would be highly advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who is passionate about advancing clean energy initiatives while working within a collaborative and supportive environment.

In return you can expect to join one of the leading firms in Bristol who can offer a great market salary, competitive benefits and a clear pathway for career progression.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*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.*