Legal Counsel
Reporting to: Legal and Compliance Director
Company: Certas Energy (a DCC Plc Group Company)
Overview
Certas Energy is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Junior Legal Counsel to join its growing Legal and Compliance function. This is an exceptional opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to develop their in-house legal career in a dynamic, fast-paced, and forward-thinking business.
You will be joining a collaborative and supportive team consisting of experienced legal professionals and compliance specialists. Reporting to the Legal and Compliance Director, this role offers direct exposure to senior stakeholders and business units across the organisation, giving you early responsibility, diverse legal experience, and a strong foundation to grow as a trusted business partner.
Why Join Certas Energy?
As part of the DCC Plc Group, Certas Energy is at the forefront of the energy transition. We are actively supporting our customers and communities on the journey to a low-carbon future, and our Legal and Compliance team is a key enabler of this transformation. You’ll play a critical role in supporting this mission through a broad range of legal and compliance work.
Key Responsibilities
* Work on a wide range of legal and compliance matters, including:
o Regulatory and Compliance
o Commercial Contracts
o Consumer Law
o Marketing and Advertising
o Construction Law
o Data Protection
o Competition Law
o M&A and Corporate Transactions
o Dispute Resolution & Claims Handling
* Support day-to-day legal operations by:
o Drafting, reviewing, and summarising contracts and legal documents
o Managing legal enquiries across the business with appropriate supervision
o Providing training and guidance to business units on legal and compliance topics
o Assisting with dispute resolution and escalated customer complaints
o Supporting regulatory responses and investigations
o Performing legal research and updating internal policies and procedures
o Assisting in contract negotiation and documentation processes
o Supporting M&A activities and due diligence
o Assisting in legal department admin (e.g. purchase orders, supplier onboarding)
* Collaborate with:
o The wider Legal and Compliance, Risk, and Assurance team
o Business stakeholders across Certas Energy
o Legal professionals across the DCC Plc Group
Candidate Profile
Essential:
* Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent)
* A 2:1 (or higher) degree in Law or a related field
* Completed vocational legal training (e.g. LPC)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong legal analytical skills with the ability to make sound, commercially-aware judgments
* Strong interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with internal stakeholders
* A self-starter, able to work both independently and within a team
* Ability to prioritise competing tasks under pressure and meet tight deadlines
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Technologically adept, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable:
* Previous experience in commercial contracts (training will be provided for those from other practice areas)
* Experience gained in either private practice or an in-house setting
What We Offer
* A collaborative, supportive working environment
* Opportunities for development within Certas Energy and the broader DCC Plc Group
* Direct exposure to senior stakeholders and key projects
* A varied workload across multiple legal disciplines
* A key role in a business committed to driving sustainability and innovation in energy
Apply today!
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