Real Estate (Energy) Lawyer

Overview

As a Real Estate (Energy) Lawyer, you will join a heavyweight regional firm with a strong Devon and Cornwall footprint. You will handle a mix of real estate energy matters for a diverse client base, driving high-value renewables projects. You’ll draft and negotiate leases, options, grid connection agreements, and power purchase agreements across multiple technologies, shaping energy-related transactions. This role offers hybrid working, a competitive package, and the chance to advance within a leading firm known for its people and culture. You will work closely with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional client service and scale energy-focused expertise.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible hybrid working options
• highly competitive salary
• impressive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Handle options and leases, and negotiate power purchase agreements
• Draft and negotiate easements and grid connection agreements
• Support a varied renewable energy transactions pipeline across multiple technologies
• Serve a high-profile client base with a focus on quality and efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end energy real estate solutions
• Contribute to maintaining the firm’s strong market reputation and client relationships

Key requirements

• First class experience in Real Estate Energy
• Genuine interest and passion for the energy sector
• Ambitious solicitor seeking progression into a leading firm
• 5+PQE
• Exeter-based preference or willingness to work in the region

• ambition
• driven
• strong communication
• real estate
• energy sector
• leases

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