Principal Solicitor - Energy

Location
England, Gloucestershire
Salary
£85000 - £95000 per annum
Posted
05 Jun 2017
Closes
03 Jul 2017
Ref
13831772/001
Contact
Tom Hart
Job Title
In House Counsel
Practice Area
Company / Commercial, Energy
PQE Level
10+, 8-10
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

A fantastic new, senior role with a major Energy + Utilities provider.

Client Details

A well known, major Energy + Utilities provider based in the South West.

Description

The Principal Solicitor will take on responsibility of a team and report into the General Counsel. responsibilities will include:

  • Take the lead on major project based contractual negotiations
  • Work cooperatively with the other Principal Solicitor in providing detailed and effective legal and commercial advisory support on major projects and transactions
  • Support the General Counsel on key strategic decisions
  • Supervise + directly manage junior members of the team
  • Liaise directly with senior stake holders and executives.

Profile

Suitable candidates for the role of Principal Solicitor will have the following skills + experience:

  • UK Qualified Solicitor.
  • Ideally a minimum of 8 years PQE
  • Exstensive experience in major corporate / commercial transactions is essential.
  • Experience of the Energy sector is highly desirable.
  • Experience in personnel / team management would be beneficial but not essential.

Job Offer

A competitive base salary and benefits package is on offer.