A tremendous opportunity for an experienced Energy Solicitor, or Corporate / Regulatory Solicitor with exposure to the Energy sector to join this highly regarded West Yorkshire based practice and work as part of an established Energy team. The team deal with a broad spread of work and advise on regional and national projects ranging from utility scale solar, onshore turbine, battery energy storage and combined generation and storage developments to bespoke projects as well as large scale public & private renewable energy projects. The Energy is currently well stocked on the Property side, however they are in need of Corporate, Regulatory & Commercial Lawyers who are capable of advising on matters including PPA's, procurement, regulatory issues, operational agreements, energy services agreements and dealing with corporate support for investments into clean energy and infrastructure / projects. The above list is not exhaustive but there is a need to have the capability to deal with general commercial work within the energy sector. This team already have a strong client base in place and reliable flow of work, however are expecting a significant increase in work during the next 6 - 12 months due to the expansion within the renewable energy sector and the clean energy pledge by the labour government, so they are keen to add experience to the team before this happens. This means that there will likely be opportunities to develop & progress over the short - medium term and even scope to be at the helm of the corporate / commercial energy offering. This role will be at the Senior Associate / Legal Director level and with a salary expectation of £75,000 - £100,000. There is scope for this to be a Partner role, however you would need to show extra value added, whether that be with a client following, book of contacts, sector niche or management experience. For further information on this role, please reach out to Nick Skelly at QED Legal.
Back to searchSenior Energy Solicitor - Yorkshire
qed legal
Posted 22 days ago, valid for 21 days
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ
£35,000 - £42,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A highly regarded West Yorkshire practice is seeking an experienced Energy Solicitor or Corporate/Regulatory Solicitor with exposure to the Energy sector.
- The role involves advising on a variety of projects, including utility scale solar and onshore turbine developments, as well as regulatory and commercial matters in the energy sector.
- Candidates should possess the capability to handle general commercial work and have experience in Corporate, Regulatory, and Commercial law related to clean energy investments.
- The position is at the Senior Associate/Legal Director level, offering a salary range of £75,000 - £100,000.
- Applicants are expected to have relevant experience and may have the opportunity to progress to a Partner role based on their contributions.
