Senior Energy Projects & Regulatory Counsel

Osborne Clarke; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced energy lawyer to join their Energy Projects team in Bristol or London. The role involves providing complex advisory services on energy market regulations, drafting and negotiating agreements, and supporting projects in a rapidly evolving energy sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to lead a team. Competitive remuneration and support for professional development offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexible/hybrid working

Comprehensive benefits

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in energy regulation and commercial/transactional work within a leading law firm or energy company.
• Strong track record in advising on energy market areas.
• Excellent drafting skills with a focus on pragmatic, commercially oriented advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex, commercial advice on UK energy regulation and policy.
• Draft, negotiate, and advise on grid connection and use-of-system arrangements.
• Support M&A and project finance transactions focusing on regulatory workstreams.

Skills

Energy regulation

Commercial negotiation

Drafting skills

Team leadership

Collaborative mindset

Education

Qualified lawyer with 7+ years of post qualification experience

Job description

A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced energy lawyer to join their Energy Projects team in Bristol or London. The role involves providing complex advisory services on energy market regulations, drafting and negotiating agreements, and supporting projects in a rapidly evolving energy sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in energy law, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to lead a team. Competitive remuneration and support for professional development offered.