Corporate Lawyer- Energy Sector

Company: Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires
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Location: London
Job Description:

Junior Corporate Lawyer (1–2 PQE) – London

An elite US Law Firm is seeking a 1–2 PQE corporate associate to join its growing London team. This is a rare opportunity to build a career in a top-tier global energy practice, advising on major cross-border transactions and strategic projects across oil & gas, energy transition, and emerging markets.

You’ll work on high-value matters involving offshore acquisitions, large-scale M&A, government negotiations, carbon credits, battery storage platforms and more—within a team consistently recognised as a market leader in the energy sector.

What we’re looking for:

  • 1–2 PQE in corporate energy transactional work-unfortunately they will not consider an NQ.
  • Background from a leading UK/US or top energy firm
  • Strong academics
  • Experience in energy/resources
  • French or Spanish language skills beneficial

US-level compensation offered (1 PQE: £185k base, 2 PQE: £200k base) plus bonus.

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Posted: September 24th, 2026