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About the Role

Transmission Investment is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to play a central, hands-on role in supporting the UK energy transition. This position involves providing pragmatic legal advice on investment, corporate, construction, operational, and commercial matters across the company's portfolio of transmission assets and projects. The ideal candidate will combine strong legal expertise with commercial judgment and a collaborative approach, working closely with internal teams, external advisors, lenders, partners, and the shareholder's legal function to advance complex projects while ensuring robust governance and effective risk management.

Responsibilities

Providing practical legal advice across the lifecycle of energy and infrastructure projects, including development, construction, operations and investment.
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial and project agreements, including framework and procurement agreements, consultant appointments, NDAs, MOUs and heads of terms.
Managing external counsel on specialist and project-specific matters, including EPC contracts, O&M agreements, power purchase agreements and finance documentation.
Advising on site acquisition, planning, permitting, real estate, environmental, regulatory and consenting matters.
Supporting the structuring of joint ventures, partnerships and collaborations, as well as project finance and stakeholder relationships.
Managing contract execution and helping ensure agreements accurately reflect the intended commercial position and risk allocation.
Advising on legal risk, compliance, corporate governance, company secretarial matters, data protection and sanctions.
Supporting employment matters, including contracts, employee relations, disputes and internal investigations.
Managing claims, disputes and contentious matters, while overseeing the scope, quality and cost of external legal support.
Monitoring relevant legal and regulatory developments and supporting internal policies, governance processes and legal training.

Requirements

A solicitor qualified in England and Wales, Scotland or an equivalent jurisdiction.
At least four years’ post-qualification experience, ideally gained through a combination of private practice and in-house roles.
A strong background in energy, infrastructure or construction law, including project development and commercial contracts.
Advanced drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to identify risk and translate legal analysis into practical commercial advice.
Experience advising on project structuring, delivery, disputes or claims, and complex stakeholder relationships.
Familiarity with standard-form construction contracts such as NEC, FIDIC, JCT or IChemE would be highly desirable.
Experience coordinating external advisers and managing legal scope, quality and budgets.

Skills

Commercially minded
Pragmatic
Solution-focused
Clear and confident communicator
Effective collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
Highly organised
Strong attention to detail
Judgement to manage competing priorities
Collaborative
Proactive
Ability to build constructive working relationships across functions
Resilient
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Professional
Discreet
Committed to the highest standards of integrity and confidentiality

Location

London
Glasgow

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Solicitor qualified in England and Wales, Scotland or an equivalent jurisdiction

Benefits

Supports work-life balance
Opportunities for colleagues to collaborate and learn together
Employee wellbeing is at the heart of our business
Numerous benefits to support personal and professional growth
Continuous investment in employee training and development

About the Company

Founded in 2011, Transmission Investment manages one of the largest offshore electricity transmission portfolios globally, connecting over 4,000MW of offshore wind from eleven GB wind farms.
Our team of over 60 experts specialises in project development, engineering, regulation, construction, asset management, finance, and mergers & acquisitions.
In addition to the development of the 700MW interconnector, LirIC, between Northern Ireland and Scotland, we are currently managing a synchronous compensator at Blackhillock, Scotland.
We also aim to participate in competitive onshore transmission auctions (CATO).
We pride ourselves on our positive and friendly culture, fostering a can-do attitude and dedication throughout the team.
Rated ‘Silver’ by Investors in People.
Recognised as a Great Place to Work® in the UK in 2021, we also won two awards in 2022 for wellbeing and as a top small workplace.

Equal Opportunity

Transmission Investment Services Ltd is committed to an inclusive workplace and providing equal opportunities for all.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
We hire based on merit and strive to ensure a fair, open and supportive recruitment process — from flexible working to reasonable adjustments — ensuring every candidate can perform at their best.
If you require adjustments for the interview, such as flexible scheduling, additional time, materials in accessible formats or support from an interpreter or support person, please let us know when arranging your interview so we can ensure your needs are fully accommodated.