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Energy Projects Lawyer

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Legal
  • Edinburgh

AI generated summary

  • You need commercial experience, strong teamwork skills, enthusiasm for career growth, technical strength, good judgment, and strong interpersonal skills for client interactions.
  • You will engage in top-tier energy projects, foster client relationships, pitch for new opportunities, and collaborate with an international team.

Requirements

  • have gained experience in a large commercial firm, in-house legal team, regulator or government department;
  • be a team player, able to forge strong working relationships with colleagues in an agile environment;
  • be enthusiastic and engaged and keen to develop their career and contribute to the success of a fantastic team;
  • be technically strong and exercise good commercial judgment; and
  • have the interpersonal skills necessary for this client-facing role.

Responsibilities

  • the opportunity to be involved in work in the very best national and international energy projects work
  • developing on-going relationships with an existing client base as well as pitching for new opportunities
  • developing close working relationships as part of an international team

FAQs

What is the required experience for the Energy Projects Lawyer position?

The ideal candidate should have 6-10 years' PQE in transactional (non-contentious) energy projects law.

Where will this position be based?

The preferred location for this role is in Edinburgh or Glasgow, but all UK office locations would be considered.

What type of legal work will the successful candidate be involved in?

The role focuses on renewable energy projects, working on transactional (non-contentious) matters primarily across the UK and internationally.

Is experience in the energy sector necessary for this role?

While experience in the energy sector is desirable, it is not strictly required, though familiarity with energy-related transactional work is preferred.

What key skills and attributes are we looking for in candidates?

Candidates should be team players, enthusiastic, technically strong, possess good commercial judgment, and have strong interpersonal skills for a client-facing role.

What opportunities will the successful candidate have in this role?

The candidate will have exposure to a wide range of energy projects, develop ongoing relationships with clients, and pitch for new opportunities within an international team.

What kind of training and career development does Pinsent Masons offer?

Pinsent Masons invests in its team with a first-class training and career development program that focuses on developing sector knowledge and delivering "best in class" services.

How does Pinsent Masons promote diversity and inclusion?

The firm has implemented various diversity and inclusion initiatives to create an environment in which all employees can thrive and succeed.

Who should candidates contact for more details about the role?

Candidates can contact Steffy Lam, the in-house Lateral Recruitment Advisor, at steffy.lam@pinsentmasons.com or via LinkedIn.

Does Pinsent Masons consider flexible working requests?

Yes, as an inclusive employer, Pinsent Masons is willing to consider any flexible working requests.

Multinational law firm with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia

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Mission & Purpose

Pinsent Masons is a multinational law firm with a reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice rooted in its deep understanding of the sectors and geographies in which our clients operate. Our expertise is recognised globally. In recent years we have achieved more tier 1 rankings in The Legal 500 UK guide than any other firm, and been counted among the most innovative law firms in Europe and Asia Pacific by the Financial Times. With over 1,500 lawyers operating from 27 locations throughout Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, we are well-placed to advise on complex multi-jurisdictional matters across a full range of legal disciplines. The firm has significant international credentials in the global energy, infrastructure, financial services, real estate and technology, science and industry sectors. Pinsent Masons looks at your business needs differently. This means we don't just apply lawyers to solve clients'​ problems; we deploy a wider range of professional disciplines, enabled by people, process and technology, to deliver a global professional service with law at its core.