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In-House Solicitor (1-5 PQE) - Renewable Energy Sector

Bristol
£70k – £90k/yr
Posted about 19 hours ago
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Your New Role

This is a great opportunity for a junior solicitor looking to move in-house or build upon existing in-house experience. Reporting to the General Counsel, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, gaining hands-on exposure to a broad range of commercial, corporate and strategic matters. You'll be part of a growing legal team, supported by external counsel and legal technology tools, with plenty of scope to develop your responsibilities as the business grows.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, including equipment supply and installation agreements
  • Supporting the sales, procurement and operations teams with day-to-day legal advice
  • Assisting with dispute management and regulatory compliance matters
  • Contributing to ESG and sustainability initiatives, including the company's BCorp accreditation journey
  • Working closely with the Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel on a variety of legal and commercial projects across the business

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • 1-5 years' PQE, ideally gained in projects and/or construction
  • Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and project agreements, including high-value contracts
  • Strong technical skills combined with a practical, commercial approach
  • Comfortable building relationships with stakeholders across a business
  • A proactive and adaptable mindset with a willingness to learn
  • Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Based in or within a commutable distance of Bristol, with flexibility for hybrid working
  • Previous in-house experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Equally, solar sector experience is not required. The business is keen to hear from ambitious lawyers who are looking to develop their projects/commercial skillset and build a long-term career in-house.

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  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary performance bonus (15% paid last year)
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • ESG-focused benefits, including an EV car scheme and volunteering days
  • Significant career development opportunities within a rapidly growing business
  • Exposure to senior leadership and high-profile commercial projects
  • A supportive and collaborative culture where you can genuinely make an impact

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If you're a junior lawyer looking to take the next step in your career and gain broad commercial experience within a growing in-house legal team, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Leila Manson at Hays Legal for further information on this opportunity - [contact link here]

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Skills

Commercial Contract Drafting
Contract Negotiation
Legal Advice
Dispute Management
Regulatory Compliance
ESG Initiatives
Project Agreements
Stakeholder Management
Corporate Law
Strategic Legal Support

Location

Bristol, England, United Kingdom

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