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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:
Regulatory and Compliance
Commercial Contracts
Consumer Law
Marketing and Advertising
Construction Law
Data Protection
Competition Law
M&A and Corporate Transactions
Drafting, reviewing, and summarising contracts and legal documents
Managing legal enquiries across the business with appropriate supervision
Providing training and guidance to business units on legal and compliance topics
Assisting with dispute resolution and escalated customer complaints
Supporting regulatory responses and investigations
Performing legal research and updating internal policies and procedures
Assisting in contract negotiation and documentation processes
Supporting M&A activities and due diligence
Collaborate with:
The wider Legal and Compliance, Risk, and Assurance team
Business stakeholders across Certas Energy
Legal professionals across the DCC Plc Group
Candidate Profile
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)
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
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