Real Estate Lawyer - Energy | International Law Firm | City of London
A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a talented Senior Associate to join its top-tier Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure team in London.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced real estate lawyer to play a central role in some of the most significant energy and infrastructure projects in the UK. You will advise on high-profile developments that are critical to the UK's transition to net zero, including renewable energy, transport and major infrastructure schemes.
If you are a commercially minded real estate solicitor with a genuine interest in the energy transition and complex development work, this role offers exceptional quality work, strong career progression and the chance to be part of a collaborative, market-leading team.
The Opportunity
You will join a highly regarded practice recognised for its expertise in delivering major energy, renewables and infrastructure projects. The team acts for developers, investors, funders, public sector bodies and landowners on nationally significant matters across a broad range of sectors.
The work spans:
Onshore and offshore wind projects
Solar and battery storage developments
Hydrogen and carbon capture projects
Nuclear and energy-from-waste schemes
Heat networks and EV charging infrastructure
Airports, ports and transport-related infrastructure
This role offers the chance to work on innovative, often first-of-a-kind projects that are helping shape the future of the UK's infrastructure landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Advise on the real estate aspects of major energy, renewables and infrastructure projects
Draft and negotiate options, leases, development agreements and ancillary project documents
Lead title investigations, access arrangements, site assembly and land due diligence
Support Development Consent Order (DCO) and Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) projects
Work directly with clients and stakeholders on complex, high-value transactions
Collaborate with specialists across planning, construction, finance, corporate and regulatory teams
Supervise and mentor junior lawyers
Build and strengthen client relationships
Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the practice
About You
Ideally 5+ years’ PQE in commercial real estate
Experience in energy, renewables, infrastructure or major development projects
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Strong technical and commercial judgement
Confidence managing complex matters and multiple stakeholders
A collaborative and proactive approach
An interest in mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to business development
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to join a market-leading team at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.
You can expect:
Exposure to cutting-edge and nationally significant projects
A clear and achievable path for career progression
Direct client contact and early responsibility
A supportive and collegiate culture
High-quality training and ongoing professional development
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
If you are a Senior Associate or experienced Real Estate Solicitor seeking to specialise further in the energy and infrastructure sector, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of the leading teams in the market.
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
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A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a talented Senior Associate to join its top-tier Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure team in London.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced real estate lawyer to play a central role in some of the most significant energy and infrastructure projects in the UK. You will advise on high-profile developments that are critical to the UK's transition to net zero, including renewable energy, transport and major infrastructure schemes.
If you are a commercially minded real estate solicitor with a genuine interest in the energy transition and complex development work, this role offers exceptional quality work, strong career progression and the chance to be part of a collaborative, market-leading team.
The Opportunity
You will join a highly regarded practice recognised for its expertise in delivering major energy, renewables and infrastructure projects. The team acts for developers, investors, funders, public sector bodies and landowners on nationally significant matters across a broad range of sectors.
The work spans:
Onshore and offshore wind projects
Solar and battery storage developments
Hydrogen and carbon capture projects
Nuclear and energy-from-waste schemes
Heat networks and EV charging infrastructure
Airports, ports and transport-related infrastructure
This role offers the chance to work on innovative, often first-of-a-kind projects that are helping shape the future of the UK's infrastructure landscape.
Key Responsibilities
Advise on the real estate aspects of major energy, renewables and infrastructure projects
Draft and negotiate options, leases, development agreements and ancillary project documents
Lead title investigations, access arrangements, site assembly and land due diligence
Support Development Consent Order (DCO) and Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) projects
Work directly with clients and stakeholders on complex, high-value transactions
Collaborate with specialists across planning, construction, finance, corporate and regulatory teams
Supervise and mentor junior lawyers
Build and strengthen client relationships
Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the practice
About You
Ideally 5+ years’ PQE in commercial real estate
Experience in energy, renewables, infrastructure or major development projects
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Strong technical and commercial judgement
Confidence managing complex matters and multiple stakeholders
A collaborative and proactive approach
An interest in mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to business development
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to join a market-leading team at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.
You can expect:
Exposure to cutting-edge and nationally significant projects
A clear and achievable path for career progression
Direct client contact and early responsibility
A supportive and collegiate culture
High-quality training and ongoing professional development
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
If you are a Senior Associate or experienced Real Estate Solicitor seeking to specialise further in the energy and infrastructure sector, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of the leading teams in the market.
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
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