Sole Legal Counsel | £70,000–£75,000 London (hybrid) | 18-month FTC (Maternity Cover) An opportunity to hold sole responsibility for a company's entire legal function, reporting directly to the CEO. We're recruiting a Sole Legal Counsel for a growing, independent power company that develops and operates renewable and thermal energy assets across sub-Saharan Africa. The current Legal Counsel is going on maternity leave, and this role will be the only legal presence in the business for the duration, working closely with a close-knit team of stakeholders. You'll lead on the full spectrum of the company's legal work, including: Drafting, negotiating and managing corporate and finance documentation, including facility agreements, PPAs, SPAs, shareholders' agreements, term sheets and NDAs Overseeing the commercial contract lifecycle across the business, from initial drafting through to renewal and renegotiation Advising on corporate governance, regulatory and compliance matters, including preparing papers for quarterly board meetings Providing day-to-day legal support on employment, insurance, data protection and general risk matters Advising directly on legal and commercial issues arising from the company's project development and construction activity, which makes up around 40% of the role Acting as the first point of contact for legal queries from across the business, and a trusted advisor to the CEO and senior team It's a sociable office too, with regular team events, and colleagues who've been here a long time. A corporate/commercial background, ideally with exposure to energy, infrastructure or emerging markets ~ M&A experience, and confidence instructing and managing external counsel ~ The ability to operate autonomously, without a wider in-house legal team for support ~ Availability to start in October 2026 and commit to an 18 month contract. On offer: a salary of £70,000–£75,000, 25 days' holiday, private medical healthcare, and genuine ownership of a legal function that reports at CEO level. Hybrid working, with three days a week (Tuesday to Thursday) in the London office.
Legal Counsel OF Commercial Contracts in City of London employer: Inventum Group
Join a dynamic and growing independent power company as Sole Legal Counsel, where you'll have the unique opportunity to lead the entire legal function and make a significant impact on expanding access to power across sub-Saharan Africa. With a supportive and close-knit team culture, hybrid working arrangements, and a competitive salary alongside excellent benefits, this role offers not just a job, but a chance to be part of a meaningful mission in the renewable energy sector. You'll thrive in an environment that values collaboration, autonomy, and professional growth, making it an exceptional place to advance your legal career.
