Managing Associate / Legal Director – Energy – Bristol

Overview

In this role you will lead and deliver high‑quality energy law work within a top UK law firm, focusing on renewable and sustainable energy projects. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support complex transactions and advise diverse clients from startups to corporates. You will also drive business development and contribute to the growth and direction of the Energy team in a high‑calibre, people‑centred culture. This is an opportunity to shape major energy projects and the firm’s low‑carbon transition agenda.

Pay / Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working
• Learning and development programmes
• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to major renewable energy projects
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Support for business development and profile raising

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad spectrum of commercial energy matters for a diverse client base
• Draft, negotiate and review energy contracts, including PPAs, CfD, grid connection, and energy services agreements
• Lead due diligence for funding, refinancing and secondary market transactions
• Support complex renewable and sustainable energy projects across cross‑functional teams
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development
• Participate in networking and marketing initiatives; help grow the practice
• Collaborate with colleagues in commercial, real estate, construction and corporate disciplines to deliver commercial solutions
• Provide strategic input into the future direction of the Energy team

Key requirements

• 7+ years’ PQE in Commercial, Energy, Infrastructure or Projects
• Qualified Solicitor
• Strong experience advising on commercial energy matters
• Solid understanding of renewable energy sector
• Experience advising a range of clients from fast-growing businesses to corporates and investors
• Excellent drafting, negotiating and analytical skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Experience contributing to business development, networking and marketing
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects

• Client relationship management
• Business development and networking
• Cross‑functional collaboration
• Commercial energy matters
• PPA experience
• Grid connection and related agreements

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