Legal Counsel – Corporate & Energy Projects – 1-2PQE

We are currently partnering with a dynamic, international energy business to recruit a Legal Counsel into their high-performing in-house legal team.

Reporting directly to the Group General Counsel and collaborating with legal colleagues across international jurisdictions, this is a standout opportunity for a junior corporate or energy/projects lawyer looking to transition in-house and gain direct exposure to major commercial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pragmatic legal counsel across the full scope of business operations, with a core focus on M&A, joint ventures, commercial agreements, project development, construction, and offtake arrangements.
• Support corporate governance initiatives, board reporting, and the management of occasional contentious matters.
• Partner directly with key commercial stakeholders across various business units to help execute growth strategies and day-to-day operations.
• Instruct and manage external legal advisers to ensure matters are handled cost-effectively and aligned with strategic commercial goals.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction) with 1 to 2 years of post-qualification experience.
• Background in corporate, transactional, or energy law gained within a leading international law firm or a recognised in-house legal department.
• Strong academic record and well-developed technical drafting capabilities.
• Commercially minded and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with an adaptable, collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with legal tech, automation platforms, or AI tools is beneficial.

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