Senior Legal Counsel - M&A - Energy

Senior Legal Counsel (M&A and Commercial - Energy) Location - London (Hybrid) Salary - £100,000 - £120,000 per annum Purpose A key legal role providing high-quality, commercially focused legal advice on M&A transactions, capital projects, and commercial contracts. The role involves drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex, high-value agreements, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. The position primarily supports UK-based teams but also extends internationally. Key Responsibilities Deliver expert legal advice on M&A transactions, capital projects, and commercial contracts. Lead the negotiation and drafting of legal agreements, including business acquisitions and commercial contracts. Identify and mitigate legal risks while maintaining a commercially pragmatic approach. Manage legal budgets and oversee external counsel to ensure cost efficiency. Support and develop junior legal team members through knowledge sharing and training. Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations while aligning legal strategies with business objectives. Collaborate closely with internal teams, external advisers, regulators, and contract counterparties. Required Skills & Experience Qualified solicitor/barrister with 5 years PQE in a UK jurisdiction (or equivalent with UK advisory experience). Significant experience in M&A, ideally within the energy sector and across multiple jurisdictions. Strong technical, drafting, and negotiation skills, with the ability to assess and manage commercial risks. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative and commercially minded approach. Experience of non-contentious construction contracts would be advantageous How to Apply: If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Jonathan Barber on or at jonathan.barber lhh.com

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 4/19/2025