Legal Counsel - Commercial

Our client is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join their well-established in-house legal department within a leading organisation in the energy and natural resources sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a respected legal team, providing high-quality advice and support across a wide range of commercial and operational matters.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established organisation within the energy and natural resources sector, they are committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions in its field

Description

• Advise People and business teams on both contentious and non-contentious employment matters
• Manage Employment Tribunal processes, including instructing and overseeing external counsel
• Develop and maintain in-house employment law
• Support debt recovery activities, including preparing claims and managing court proceedings
• Instruct and manage external counsel across employment, litigation, and commercial matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including consultancy, services, product, partnership, and endorsement agreements
• Support procurement processes and advise business teams on risks and compliance
• Provide legal and regulatory compliance advice across the Group
• Review and negotiate contracts across the life cycle of renewable energy projects (solar, wind, and battery storage)
• Support planning and development teams in managing the Group's property portfolio, including estates and renewable assets

Profile

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• UK/IRE qualified (NQ - 3 years PQE)
• Experience in commercial & employment law
• Knowledge of the energy and natural resources sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Offer

• Annual salary ranging from £42,000 to £52,000 per annum. DOE
• Based in Gloucestershire
• Hybrid working
• Permanent position with growth opportunities.
• Supportive and professional work environment.
• Healthcare plan, life assurance and generous pension contribution
• Holiday of 25 days (plus bank holidays) & ability to buy/sell days
• Cycle to work scheme, car pooling and onsite parking available