Senior Project or Construction Lawyer – Offshore Renewables (Energy)

McKenzie Douglas; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in London is seeking a Senior Project or Construction Lawyer to provide legal support for major offshore renewable projects. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with construction or commercial law experience, capable of mentoring junior staff. This role offers a hybrid work model, competitive package with a 15% bonus, and enhanced leave benefits.

Benefits

Bonus up to 15%

Discounted health cover

Enhanced annual and maternity/paternity leave

34 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working with a minimum of 2 days in the office

Qualifications

• Experience working on complex projects, especially in renewable energy.
• Confident solicitor with experience in construction or commercial law.
• Ability to provide high quality legal support on offshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to various stakeholders.
• Support development of new offshore projects.
• Engage and manage external counsel.

Skills

Legal advice provision

Construction law experience

Commercial law experience

Negotiation skills

Mentoring junior lawyers

Education

Qualified lawyer in England and Wales, Scotland, or Ireland

Trained with a well-regarded law firm or in-house

Tools

FIDIC

NEC

O&M contracts

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Senior Project or Construction Lawyer – Offshore Renewables (Energy), London

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Offshore Renewables division of a FTSE 100 energy business seeks a Senior Solicitor to support the business on major offshore projects. Hybrid - two days a week in a regional office required.

An exciting opportunity to develop your legal skills in a high profile and rapidly evolving sector playing a critical role in supporting the transition towards net zero.

Responsibilities:

• You will provide legal advice and support to various stakeholders.
• Providing high quality legal support on a variety of construction and commercial matters for the development of new offshore projects and once operational. These may include FIDIC, NEC, Logic, O&M, design, supply, and installation agreements.
• Gain a clear understanding of strategic priorities and assist in ensuring these are delivered.
• Engage and manage external counsel.
• Build and maintain good business relationships.
• Mentor and manage more junior lawyers in the team.

We are looking for:

• Qualified lawyer in either England and Wales, Scotland, or Ireland.
• Trained with a well-regarded law firm or in-house.
• Confident solicitor with construction or commercial law experience.
• Experience working on complex projects, with some exposure to renewable or offshore energy projects required.
• Ideally experience drafting and negotiating various construction contracts such as FIDIC, NEC, and O&M, an advantage.

Package on Offer:

• Bonus to 15%
• Discounted health cover
• Enhanced annual leave and maternity/paternity leave
• 34 days holiday including bank holidays
• Flexible working with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week

Apply:

If you are interested in this Senior Project and Construction Solicitor position, please submit your application.