Cyan Partners has partnered exclusively with a rapidly expanding independent gas producer specializing in biomethane generation, upgrading, and grid injection across the UK. The company has grown from 3 employees to 28 employees in just 18 months.
We are seeking our first in‑house Legal Counsel to establish and lead the legal function.
Role Overview
This is a rare opportunity to build the legal and commercial backbone of a pioneering biomethane business. You will work directly with senior leadership, report to the CEO, influence strategic decisions, manage a broad portfolio of legal responsibilities central to the company’s growth, and help shape the UK’s transition to low‑carbon energy.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Development & Construction – Lead negotiation of EPC and O&M contracts.
* Commercial, Feedstock & Offtake Arrangements.
* Project Finance, Debt, and Equity Transactions – Advise on corporate structuring, joint ventures, and acquisitions/disposals of project SPVs.
* Regulatory & Compliance – Ensure compliance with UK and devolved energy, environmental, and gas network regulations, including Ofgem and GGSS requirements.
* Legal Function Development – Manage external counsel relationships efficiently and cost‑effectively.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Legal
* Industries: Services for Renewable Energy, Legal Services, and Energy Technology
There is flexibility on how often you will come into the office on a weekly basis and your commute will be expensed.
If this is of interest, please don’t hesitate to reach out to arrange a confidential conversation via email at sam@cyan.partners or via LinkedIn.
Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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