Job Title: Head of Legal
Location: London
Salary: Up to £100,000 per annum plus benefits
Industry: Energy / Clean Tech / Start-Up
Employment Type: Full-Time
⚡ About Us
We are working for a fast-growing energy start-up committed to accelerating the transition to a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable energy system. Backed by forward-thinking partners and driven by innovation, we’re building practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in the energy sector.
As we expand, we’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Head of Legal to join our leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to establish and lead the legal function in a high-growth environment where your input will directly shape the company’s future.
🧭 The Role
You’ll be the company’s first in-house legal hire, responsible for managing all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters across the business. From contracts and corporate governance to navigating regulatory frameworks, you’ll be a key advisor to the senior leadership team.
🔍 Key Responsibilities
* Provide legal advice across all areas of the business, including commercial, corporate, employment, and regulatory matters.
* Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements.
* Oversee corporate governance, shareholder relations, and company secretarial matters.
* Ensure ongoing compliance with energy regulations and relevant UK laws.
* Support business development, partnerships, and strategic initiatives.
* Engage and manage external legal counsel where required.
* Build the internal legal infrastructure, policies, and processes from the ground up.
🧠 What We’re Looking For
* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 8+ years PQE.
* Strong commercial and contract law experience, ideally gained in both private practice and in-house.
* Previous exposure to the energy, infrastructure, technology, or regulated sectors is highly desirable.
* Comfortable working in a start-up or scale-up environment—hands-on, pragmatic, and solutions-focused.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
🌍 What We Offer
* A competitive salary of up to £100,000 per annum.
* Hybrid working from our London office.
* The opportunity to build and lead the legal function at a growing, purpose-driven company.
* A collaborative and ambitious team environment with real impact potential