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About the Role
Our Energy & Infrastructure team in London is seeking an ambitious England and Wales or Scottish qualified associate with 3–7 years' post-qualification experience (PQE). You will work on high-profile mandates for a diverse client base, focusing on energy and utilities sector regulatory work across UK electricity, gas, and water sectors. This includes advising on licensing, price controls, market reform, and engaging with key stakeholders like Ofgem and Ofwat.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on UK electricity, gas, and water regulation, including licensing, industry codes, price controls, network charging, market reform, and regulatory investigations for market-leading projects.
- Advise on the regulatory aspects of transactions and projects, including acquisitions and support mechanisms like Capacity Market and Contracts for Difference.
- Draft and negotiate key revenue agreements such as PPAs, energy services agreements, and offtake agreements.
- Collaborate with finance, corporate, real estate, planning, and disputes teams to provide integrated client advice.
- Manage workstreams, build client relationships, and participate in business development activities.
- Supervise and mentor trainees and junior associates.
Requirements
- Solicitor qualified in England & Wales or Scotland with 3–7 years' PQE.
- Experience in UK energy (electricity and/or gas) and/or water regulation, gained at a leading law firm or in-house team.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Aptitude for assimilating detailed contractual and regulatory mechanisms.
- Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and a commercial, client-focused approach.
- Interest in the energy transition and sector developments.
- Collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the team and firm.
Skills
- Drafting
- Negotiation
- Analytical skills
- Communication skills
- Client-focused approach
- Commercial acumen
Location
- London
Work Type
- Hybrid working
Experience Level
- 3-7 years PQE
Education Level
- England & Wales or Scottish qualified solicitor
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)
Benefits
- Competitive basic salary
- Flexible, hybrid working policy
- Generous bonus scheme
- Up to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)
- Holiday exchange scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced parental leave
- Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent
Equal Opportunity
- Reasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.