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Octopus Energy

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years PQE, in-house experience, corporate law knowledge a plus, a commercial mindset, ability to multitask, and genuine interest in our mission.
  • You will draft and negotiate contracts, provide legal advice on various issues, support global expansion, manage external counsel, and collaborate with senior business leaders.

Requirements

  • Ideally some experience in-house, so that you’re familiar with the variety and fast paced nature of an in-house team
  • You’ll be expected to be independent, and be willing to take responsibility for your projects and make decisions with relatively light supervision
  • Experience in corporate law will be a bonus, but we are primarily a technology company in the energy industry, so we cover lots of different areas
  • To be a fully qualified UK lawyer. We’re most interested in the “right” person, but if we had to choose a number, we’d say you’ll need around 5+ years PQE experience
  • You’ll need a sensible, commercial mindset to succeed here and must be comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with direct exposure to senior management and stakeholders
  • Be excellent at prioritisation and happy to multi-task and manage a wide variety of transactions at once and be willing to take a view
  • Have a genuine interest in the Octopus Energy Group’s mission

Responsibilities

  • It’s hard to write a definitive list because as the Octopus Energy Group continues to evolve at pace, so does the type of work we support. We’re looking for someone who is smart, versatile and up for the challenge of working on a wide variety of different transactions.
  • You’ll also need to be able to lead on the drafting and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts such as:
  • You’ll help provide ad hoc advice for all the interesting queries that an in-house legal team can expect to receive, such as data protection, competition, compliance, employment, office expansion and intellectual property matters.
  • Help us build the legal function globally as we continue to grow overseas and enter new countries.
  • We are not a “post-box” in-house team, we try and do as much work as we can ourselves. However, we do use a small panel of external law firms to support us on larger or more specialist transactions. You will be closely involved in these transactions, helping to select, liaise with and manage our external counsel, bringing your commercial understanding of the business to the legal process.
  • You’ll be reporting to our General Counsel, but will work closely with the business across all levels of seniority.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Legal Counsel role at Octopus Energy?

The primary focus of the Legal Counsel role is to provide legal support across a wide range of matters, including corporate law, commercial contracts, and compliance, in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Applicants need to be fully qualified UK lawyers with around 5+ years PQE experience. Experience in corporate law is a bonus, but familiarity with various legal areas is essential.

Is experience in-house preferred for candidates?

Yes, ideally candidates should have some experience working in-house to be familiar with the fast-paced nature of such environments.

What types of corporate matters should candidates be familiar with?

Candidates should be familiar with matters such as equity investment rounds, employee share scheme management, governance, debt financing arrangements, and M&A.

Will the Legal Counsel have direct exposure to senior management?

Yes, the Legal Counsel will have direct exposure to senior management and stakeholders while operating in a flat organizational structure.

How does the legal team collaborate with external counsel?

The in-house team selectively engages a small panel of external law firms for larger or more specialist transactions, and the Legal Counsel will be involved in selecting, liaising, and managing these external counsel relationships.

Are there opportunities for growth within the Legal Counsel role?

Yes, there are opportunities to build the legal function globally as Octopus Energy continues to grow and enter new countries.

What is the company culture like at Octopus Energy?

Octopus Energy has a unique culture that promotes autonomy, innovation, and a collaborative environment, focusing on rewarding hard work and encouraging employees to be themselves.

How are salaries determined for this position?

Salaries are determined based on the candidate's experience, and the company emphasizes flexibility. This information is openly discussed during recruitment calls.

What benefits does Octopus Energy offer its employees?

Octopus Energy offers various employee benefits and perks that are designed to be meaningful and rewarding, reflecting the company's commitment to its workforce.

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Octopus Energy

Here to make a big green dent in the universe.

Energy
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We're on a mission to make a big green dent in the universe by building a truly sustainable energy system globally. That means making power greener, smarter, and more affordable for everyone. We put customers at the heart of everything we do: with always-fair prices, transparency and outrageous customer service. We drive system change: with transformative tech to make renewable energy the norm and end global reliance on fossil fuels. Octopus Energy Group is made up of 10 businesses spanning 6 countries across 3 continents, including: Octopus Energy Retail, Kraken Technologies, Octopus Energy Generation, Kraken Flex, Octopus Electric Vehicles, and the Octopus Centre for Net Zero.