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Burges Salmon LLP

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You must have corporate law experience in the energy sector, expertise in renewable energy transactions, and be an SRA or Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer.
  • You will advise clients on corporate M&A in renewable energy projects, handling transactions for solar, wind, and other energy sectors.

Requirements

  • Experience in corporate law with a focus on energy sector work
  • Experience in renewable energy transactions
  • Must be a SRA or Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer

Responsibilities

  • Join one of the largest Corporate M&A teams outside London, sitting within our specialist Corporate Energy team.
  • Our practice acts for developers, investors, and funders across solar, wind, biomass, AD, hydro, storage and energy from waste projects, as well as broader energy transition and Net Zero projects.
  • Key clients include BayWa, Bluefield, ENGIE, Gresham House, Octopus Energy Generation and Ripple Energy.
  • This opportunity would sit within the Corporate Energy team.
  • Want to see recent examples of matters?
  • Our Corporate Energy team recently advised an international client European Energy, on the sale of solar assets in England and Scotland.

FAQs

What kind of law experience is required for this position?

A background in corporate law with a focus on energy sector work, particularly renewable energy transactions, is required for this position.

Is registration with a legal body necessary for this role?

Yes, candidates must be a registered lawyer with either the SRA or the Law Society of Scotland.

Can I work part-time in this role?

Yes, the firm is open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including part-time working patterns.

What kind of clients does the Corporate Energy team work with?

The team works with developers, investors, and funders across various energy projects, including notable clients such as BayWa, Bluefield, ENGIE, Gresham House, Octopus Energy Generation, and Ripple Energy.

What are the benefits of working at this firm?

The firm offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, private medical insurance, personal and professional development opportunities, parental leave, pension and life assurance, 25 days of annual leave, and 2 paid days for volunteering, among others.

Can I learn more about recent cases handled by the Corporate Energy team?

Yes, the Corporate Energy team recently advised an international client, European Energy, on the sale of solar assets in England and Scotland. Further details can be found on the firm's website.

What is the firm's working environment like?

The firm's environment is described as professional yet progressive, promoting a collaborative approach that attracts top legal talents and supports a good work-life balance.

Who can I contact for more information about the job opportunity?

You can reach out to Abbie Jackson at 0117 307 6776 for an informal and confidential conversation regarding the opportunity.

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Burges Salmon LLP

We are an ambitious, sustainable and inclusive firm that ensures its clients, people and wider communities flourish.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1841
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Burges Salmon is the independent UK law firm which delivers the best mix of advice, service and value. Our clients range from the largest private and public sector organisations and institutions, to entrepreneurial businesses and wealthy individuals and families. Working from our offices in Bristol, London and Edinburgh, we have built a progressive service culture based on collaboration and teamwork that is shaped around the needs of our clients to deliver a fantastic service and experience. Operating in selected markets where our knowledge, experience and skills deliver highly effective solutions to our clients’ complex needs, we aim aims to be a leader not a follower in these markets. Burges Salmon works for clients in all three UK jurisdictions and across the globe, through an international network of leading independent law firms – our preferred firms. Our objective is to provide clients with excellent service and advice, working with these preferred firms around the world to meet clients’ international needs, where relevant. The firm’s international experience spans all major sector and practice areas and primarily focuses on supporting its international clients around the world and overseas clients with their investment activities into the UK.