SmartestEnergy UK
Legal Counsel (Sales)
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Legal Counsel (Sales)
Role Overview
We are looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel (Sales) to join our Legal Department and provide dedicated legal support to our Sales & Commercial teams. Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary, with a dotted-line relationship to the Vice President Sales, you will play a key role in supporting the Company’s commercial objectives while ensuring legal risks are effectively identified, managed, and mitigated. This is a great opportunity for a proactive legal professional who enjoys working closely with others in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including power purchase agreements, electricity supply agreements, and related ancillary contracts.
- Working collaboratively with the Sales & Commercial teams to deliver pragmatic legal advice, develop and maintain standard contract templates, manage relationships with external legal advisers, and contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and governance frameworks.
- Supporting cross-functional projects.
- Helping drive legal best practice across the business.
- Contributing to the development and training of colleagues on key contractual and legal risk matters.
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Skills/Experience Required
- Qualified Solicitor NQ or PQE;
- Ability to identify critical business issues, to negotiate major contracts, to structure collaborative business enterprises, and to lead teams of internal executives and external professionals;
- Excellent writing and communications skills, the ability to negotiate and persuade, and a sound understanding of corporate and commercial law;
- Broad knowledge of contracting structures.
What Sets Us Apart?
Global Impact
With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
Flexible Working
Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.
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What Happens Next?
Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.
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