Our client is one of the leading commercial firms within the country and a global provider specialising in legal and business services. They are recruiting for a Commercial Solicitor to join their growing commercial team to specialise in the Energy Sector. This role will be based at the firms Newcastle office, and they are wanting to hear from established solicitors working within Energy who can deliver high quality work. The Role Joining the department, you will be working on your own caseload including some high profile and complex transactions on an international scale. You will be working on regulatory frameworks and commercial contracts including grid connections, power purchase agreements and other route to market contracts. This includes advising on project document associated with renewable, net and low carbon energy generation and storage projects. Key Responsibilities Running your own caseload of commercial matters. Provide legal advice on energy law and regulations. Draft, review and negotiate energy related contracts and agreements. Represent clients in negotiations with project counterparties. Advise on risk management and mitigation strategies in energy projects. About You Between 5 - 10 years PQE within a similar discipline (including Hydrogen, Renewables, Nuclear, Solar, low/net zero carbon energy projects). Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance issues in the energy sector. Excellent negotiation and drafting skills. What's in it for you? Competitive salary Flexible and hybrid working options Future career development in a growing and innovative practice area If you are interested in this Commercial Solicitor role in Newcastle upon Tyne then please get in touch with Helen Mauborgne on 0113 467 9786 to find out more information or if you've a CV to hand, please submit this for review. To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website. Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.