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Senior Legal Counsel | Energy Company | 6-month FTC starting in August

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London

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GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

A leading energy business seeks a Senior Legal Counsel for a 6-month contract starting in August in London. The role encompasses diverse responsibilities such as managing M&A activities, negotiating contracts, and engaging with international counsels. Ideal candidates possess at least 5 years PQE in Corporate M&A or Energy, making this an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive legal team.

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years' PQE at a reputable firm or in-house.
  • Experience in energy/projects sector preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage asset development, joint ventures, and M&A activities.
  • Review and negotiate commercial contracts.
  • Liaise with external counsel on regulatory matters.

Skills

Corporate M&A
Regulatory Analysis
Contract Negotiation
Team Collaboration

Education

UK qualified solicitor
Common-law jurisdiction qualification

Job description

Job Description

Taylor Root is working with an energy business that operates primarily across emerging markets. They are looking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel to provide cover for 6 months starting from August.

This role reports to the General Counsel and is part of a legal team of 4 in London, with local counsels internationally. It is a broad, generalist in-house role involving:

  1. Asset development, joint ventures, M&A activity, and business development for projects.
  2. Contracts and procurement: reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts supporting the company's operations.
  3. Liaising with external counsel internationally.
  4. Providing analysis and oversight of local regulatory frameworks.

This position suits someone with a background in Corporate M&A or Energy/Projects. You will be part of a supportive team in a very pleasant environment, engaging with the commercial teams such as operations, engineering, and transactions.

Experience required:

  • At least 5 years'+ PQE, trained at a reputable law firm or with comparable in-house experience.
  • UK qualified solicitor or solicitor qualified in a common-law jurisdiction.
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