Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity to join the legal function of a highly regarded national organisation with a central mandate in delivering the UK’s energy transition and major infrastructure investment. The organisation is known for its inclusive culture, exceptional work–life balance, and high ‑ calibre legal work.

The Infrastructure & Major Projects team advises across a wide range of complex and strategically important areas, including:

• Offshore transmission (OFTO) tenders
• Interconnectors
• Nuclear
• Carbon Capture and Storage
• Hydrogen Transport
• Long Duration Energy Storage

With a strong sense of camaraderie and a supportive culture, this team continues to expand its capability and influence across the UK’s evolving energy landscape.

Your new role

As a Senior Lawyer (5+ PQE) on a 12 ‑ month maternity cover, starting around 30 April, you will provide senior ‑ level support across high ‑ value and complex regulatory and infrastructure matters.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and deliver strategic legal advice to internal project and policy teams
• Handle complex public law, regulatory, licensing, commercial, and project finance issues
• Contribute to major infrastructure programmes central to the UK’s future energy system
• Provide oversight and drive legal strategy across multiple project streams
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Bring sound judgement, independence, and clarity to fast ‑ moving matters

You will be a trusted senior member of the team with a high level of responsibility and visibility across the organisation.

What you'll need to succeed

A passion for and genuine interest in energy, infrastructure, net zero, and public law is essential.

You will also bring:

• 5+ years’ PQE (guidelines only)
• Experience in public law, regulatory work, project finance, procurement, or infrastructure advisory
• The ability to lead matters independently and work confidently with senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical skills and comfort with complex regulatory frameworks
• A proactive, collaborative approach and enthusiasm for contributing to high ‑ impact work

What you'll get in return

• The chance to shape nationally significant projects that support the UK’s net ‑ zero mission
• A supportive, friendly team with a strong sense of purpose and collaboration
• Excellent work–life balance and flexible hybrid working (1 day per week in the office)
• Significant autonomy and the opportunity to build deep expertise in rapidly developing sectors
• Access to training and professional development within a respected legal function

What you need to do now
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