Associate - Energy and Sustainability

Overview

Join a leading Energy and Sustainability practice in a top UK law firm to support developers, landlords and operators on energy infrastructure and market transition. You will help structure and negotiate heat networks, energy projects and retrofit programmes, while navigating regulatory and contractual complexities. The role offers exposure to innovative energy transactions and cross-functional collaboration to shape the built environment. You will work closely with clients to deliver impactful projects and contribute to the firm’s market profile.

Pay / Benefits

• annual bonus scheme
• GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva
• Private Medical Insurance with Vitality Health
• discounted gym memberships
• free cinema tickets
• health assessments

Responsibilities

• Advise on procurement, negotiation and management of heat networks (concessions, supply agreements, outsourced services, regulatory compliance)
• Counsel on energy projects (solar, wind, battery storage)
• Support large-scale retrofit programmes (grant-funded, Energy as a Service, subscription models)
• Advise on microgrids and private wire arrangements
• Assist with regulatory issues relating to electricity and heat networks
• Review and advise on utility connections (ICP and IDNO)
• Draft and negotiate Power Purchase Agreements, Heat Supply Agreements and other energy contracts
• Advising on EV chargepoints and related infrastructure
• Participate in marketing and business development, and contribute to client seminars and articles
• Build and maintain client relationships and support team profile development

Key requirements

• Up to 4 years' relevant PQE from a reputable firm or in-house
• Experience in energy, projects or equivalent commercial department
• Experience with regulatory issues relating to utilities
• Experience reviewing and advising on energy projects or complex commercial transactions
• Specific experience on heat network projects is beneficial
• Excellent technical skills and attention to detail
• Strong client focus and relationship-building ability
• Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Experience with innovative structures and bespoke documents
• Drive, enthusiasm and collaborative approach
• Excellent academic record

• Strong client focus
• Collaboration
• Commercial awareness
• Regulatory issues relating to utilities
• Energy project advisory
• Heat networks knowledge

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