Commercial Energy Senior Associate

Energy Lawyer | Senior Associate/Legal Director | Leading National Firm | Manchester / Hybrid Working BCL Legal is currently assisting a prominent national law firm in the recruitment of a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join their growing Energy team in Manchester. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced commercial lawyer with a passion for the energy sector to step into a high-impact role with exposure to market-leading work across renewables, low-carbon technologies, and major infrastructure projects. The Role As a Senior Associate or Legal Director in the Energy team, you'll advise on a wide range of complex and high-profile transactions across the clean and low-carbon energy spectrum. You'll work on a hybrid basis, collaborating with clients, project teams, and colleagues nationwide to deliver sophisticated legal and commercial solutions in a fast-evolving sector. Key Responsibilities Include: · Advising on the full lifecycle of energy projects, from planning and procurement to operation and compliance. · Drafting and negotiating key project documentation, including power purchase agreements, grid connection contracts, and route-to-market arrangements. · Supporting energy generation and storage projects in renewables, hydrogen, nuclear, solar, and net zero sectors. · Advising on regulatory compliance and risk management within the UK energy framework. · Representing clients in complex commercial negotiations. · Staying up to date with evolving legislation and advising clients on strategic implications. · Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the business to provide end-to-end legal support. · Working flexibly, typically 2-3 days per week in the Manchester office. About You · Be a qualified solicitor with ideally 5-10 years' PQE in energy, infrastructure, or broader commercial projects work. · Have demonstrable experience in advising on energy transactions and regulatory matters. · Be confident drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts. · Possess strong commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, solutions-focused advice. · Be proactive, collaborative, and keen to contribute to business and practice development. · Bring a genuine interest in sustainability, low-carbon innovation, and shaping the future of energy law. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a national platform with real momentum in the energy space. You will benefit from: · High-quality, cutting-edge work with major national and international clients. · A clear and achievable pathway to progression within a supportive team. · A competitive salary and flexible benefits package. · Hybrid working and genuine flexibility to support work/life balance. · A collaborative and values-driven culture focused on long-term development. Apply Now Apply now or a confidential discussion about this Energy Senior Associate or Legal Director role in Manchester, please contact Nicola O'Hanlon at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.