New Job Opening: Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate/Managing Associate in London, UK

Non-Contentious Construction Senior Associate / Managing Associate (Clean Energy Focus)

Salary: £75,000 – £110,000 + Excellent Benefits

Location: London (Hybrid Working) 

Shape the Future of Renewable Energy Law

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Construction lawyer to join a high-growth clean energy team at a leading UK law firm. This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects across the UK and Europe, alongside recognised sector specialists.

If you are looking to combine top-tier legal work with meaningful impact in the energy transition, this role provides a genuinely compelling platform for career progression.

The Role

As a key member of a nationally recognised energy and construction practice, you will support major clean energy projects and transactions across a range of emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating construction and project documentation


• Advising on EPC contracts, O&M agreements, and LTSAs


• Supporting project development, acquisitions, and disposals


• Working on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), solar, wind, hydrogen and other renewable technologies


• Managing supplier agreements and component warranties


• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams across offices


• Building and maintaining strong client relationships


• Contributing to the continued growth of the clean energy practice

About You

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)


• 5+ years’ PQE in construction and/or commercial projects work


• Strong experience drafting and negotiating complex contracts (EPC, O&M, supply agreements)


• Proven ability to work on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects


• Excellent technical drafting and commercial negotiation skills


• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management capabilities


• Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

Desirable Experience:

• Exposure to renewable energy or infrastructure sectors


• Familiarity with FIDIC, MF/1 or similar contract forms


• Experience with BESS, solar, wind or hydrogen projects


• Understanding of multi-jurisdictional or cross-border transactions

Salary & Benefits

Financial Package:

• £75,000 – £110,000 salary (dependent on experience)


• Performance-related bonus scheme


• Enhanced pension contribution


• Life assurance and income protection

Professional Development:

• Clear and structured career progression pathway


• Direct mentorship from senior sector specialists


• Ongoing training and support for specialist qualifications


• Exposure to market-leading renewable energy work

Work-Life Balance & Culture:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements


• Generous annual leave and family-friendly policies


• Wellbeing and employee support programmes


• Inclusive, collaborative and forward-thinking culture


• Opportunity to contribute to sustainability and energy transition initiatives

Location & Working Pattern

• Location: London


• Working Model: Hybrid (flexible office/home split)


• Collaboration: National team with multi-office integration

Ready to Apply?

If you are an ambitious Construction lawyer seeking to specialise in clean energy and work on cutting-edge projects, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Contact:
David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: [email protected]

Apply now for a confidential discussion about this opportunity and your career goals.

Confidentiality Notice:
All applications and enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence. No information will be shared with our client without your prior consent.