Your newpany
This isan exciting opportunity to join the legal function of a highly regarded national organisation with a central mandate in delivering the UK’s energy transition and major infrastructure investment. The organisation is known for its inclusive culture, exceptional work–life balance, and high ‑ calibre legal work.
The Infrastructure & Major Projects team advises across a wide range ofplex and strategically important areas, including:
1. Offshore transmission (OFTO) tenders
2. Interconnectors
3. Nuclear
4. Carbon Capture and Storage
5. Hydrogen Transport
6. Long Duration Energy Storage
With a strong sense of camaraderie and a supportive culture, this team continues to expand its capability and influence across the UK’s evolving energy landscape.
Your new role
As a Senior Lawyer (5+ PQE) on a 12 ‑ month maternity cover, starting around 30 April, you will provide senior ‑ level support across high ‑ value andplex regulatory and infrastructure matters.
In this role, you will:
7. Lead and deliver strategic legal advice to internal project and policy teams
8. Handleplex public law, regulatory, licensing,mercial, and project finance issues
9. Contribute to major infrastructure programmes central to the UK’s future energy system
10. Provide oversight and drive legal strategy across multiple project streams
11. Support and mentor junior team members
12. Bring sound judgement, independence, and clarity to fast ‑ moving matters
You will be a trusted senior member of the team with a high level of responsibility and visibility across the organisation.
What you'll need to succeed
A passion for and genuine interest in energy, infrastructure, net zero, and public law is essential.
You will also bring:
13. 5+ years’ PQE (guidelines only)
14. Experience in public law, regulatory work, project finance, procurement, or infrastructure advisory
15. The ability to lead matters independently and work confidently with senior stakeholders
16. Strong analytical skills and fort withplex regulatory frameworks
17. A proactive, collaborative approach and enthusiasm for contributing to high ‑ impact work
What you'll get in return
18. The chance to shape nationally significant projects that support the UK’s net ‑ zero mission
19. A supportive, friendly team with a strong sense of purpose and collaboration
20. Excellent work–life balance and flexible hybrid working (1 day per week in the office)
21. Significant autonomy and the opportunity to build deep expertise in rapidly developing sectors
22. Access to training and professional development within a respected legal function