Commercial Energy Lawyer - Infrastructure / Projects / Retail
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid working)
Contract Type: Permanent
A leading UK energy and infrastructure organisation is expanding its in‑house legal team to support a diverse portfolio of commercial energy solutions and large‑scale infrastructure projects.
You will be involved in complex, high‑value programmes supporting both public and private sector clients, covering everything from development through to delivery and operation.
The Role
You will provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across a mix of infrastructure, project and/or consumer energy workstreams.
Experience is offered across the full lifecycle - from early‑stage development and procurement through to construction, operation, and customer delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise on energy and infrastructure projects including renewable and low‑carbon solutions
* Support a range of commercial contracts (e.g. energy services, supply, private networks, off‑take arrangements)
* Provide legal input across procurement, construction, and operational phases
* Advise on complex commercial arrangements, metering, and regulatory matters
* Support joint ventures, partnerships, M&A, and internal structuring (projects focus)
* Contribute to bids and strategic collaborations with public sector organisations
* Support development of large‑scale heat and energy infrastructure schemes
* Advise on consumer offerings, tariffs, and regulatory compliance (retail focus)
* Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver clear, commercially aligned legal advice
What You’ll Bring
Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (UK or equivalent)
* Commercial / infrastructure contracts
* Corporate / project work (M&A, JVs, partnerships)
* Consumer / regulatory law (financial or retail focus)
Strong commercial mindset with a solutions‑focused approach
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
* Background in energy, infrastructure, or regulated sectors
* Familiarity with energy supply agreements or infrastructure projects
* In‑house experience or exposure to large frameworks/programmes
* Experience in customer‑focused or retail environments (for relevant roles)
Location: Birmingham with hybrid working options available.
Permanent opportunity
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