At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice and support for a fast-growing retail business in the energy sector.
- Company: Join EET Retail, part of Essar Energy Transition, driving innovation in fuel and convenience retail.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, private medical insurance, and a strong pension contribution.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior colleagues and build legal awareness in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Shape legal frameworks that enhance customer experience and drive commercial growth in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with 6-10 years' PQE and experience in FMCG or retail sectors.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
Location: Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port
Employment Type: Site Based Full Time Role 5 days per week Monday-Friday
About The Company
EET Retail, a dedicated retail division of EET Fuels, focused on supplying fuel to and operating an expanding network of Essar-branded service stations across the UK. We are part of Essar Energy Transition supporting energy transition in the UK covering refining, infrastructure, hydrogen and power generation.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Commercial Legal Counsel (6–10 PQE) to join our Retail legal team, supporting a fast-scaling, consumer-facing business at the intersection of energy, FMCG, and convenience retail. Our forecourts are evolving into modern, multi-service retail hubs, combining fuel, food, leading consumer brands, and everyday services — delivering fuel, convenience and community, all in one stop. This role offers genuine ownership and visibility, with responsibility for shaping legal frameworks that directly impact customer experience, brand partnerships, and commercial growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a key legal advisor to senior stakeholders across Retail business covering Marketing, BD, Operations, and Digital
- Provide strategic, commercially focused input on business initiatives, expansion, and customer propositions
- Operate with a high degree of autonomy
- Commercial Contracting Leadership
- Lead negotiation and management of complex agreements including supply, distribution, procurement and partnership contracts
- Negotiating Fuel Supply Agreements for dealer owned and dealer operated (DODO) sites
- Support brand, concession, and FMCG partnerships
- Drive best practice contracting and efficiency improvements
- Marketing, Promotions & Consumer Law
- Advise on advertising, campaigns, promotions and pricing strategies
- Ensure compliance with consumer law, advertising standards, and trading regulations
- Support promotional campaigns and T&Cs
- Retail Operations & Customer Experience
- Provide legal support across multi-service retail environments
- Advise on consumer-facing terms, complaints, and customer journey risks
- Brand, IP & Partnerships
- Support brand protection, licensing, and partnerships
- Advise on loyalty card schemes
- Product launches and services
- Network Growth & Property
- Work with in-housing dedicated Senior Property Counsel in supporting network expansion through Company Leased and Company Owned sites and any issues arising from ongoing sites
- Governance & Risk
- Maintain compliance frameworks and governance standards
- Provide advice on competition, consumer law, and data/privacy
- Mentor junior colleagues and build legal awareness
About You
- Qualified Solicitor (E&W)
- 6–10 years’ PQE
- Experience in FMCG, retail, or consumer sectors (in a petrol forecourt business would be desirable but not essential)
- Strong commercial contracting and consumer law experience
- Confident stakeholder manager with a commercial mindset
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 10% company contribution pension
- 25 days holiday, increasing with service
- Private medical insurance
- Additional flex benefits, including holiday purchase
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme with exclusive access to a range of discounts
- Free secure on-site car parking
Application Process
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. This vacancy will be advertised for a minimum period of two weeks and will remain open to applications until an offer has been made and accepted. Therefore, the vacancy may close at any time after 26/06/2026, and we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.
Commercial Legal Counsel employer: EET Fuels
EET (Essar Energy Transition) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at the Stanlow Manufacturing Complex in Ellesmere Port. With a strong commitment to safety and employee development, we provide competitive salaries, generous holiday allowances, and comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and a robust pension scheme. Our culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector while contributing to a sustainable future.
