Senior Partner – Head of Energy Sector Group

As Senior Partner – Head of Energy, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the firm’s strategic vision for the Energy sector. You will lead a multidisciplinary team advising clients on a broad range of energy-related matters, including real estate, corporate transactions, litigation, commercial contracts, and employment issues.

You will leverage your extensive industry experience and client network to drive business development, enhance client relationships, and strengthen the firm’s market position.

Our energy sector team is dedicated to navigating the complexities of an industry facing significant geopolitical challenges and rapid transitions toward sustainable solutions. As experts in biomass, solar, wind, tidal, anaerobic digestion, and battery storage, we offer insightful legal guidance tailored to the unique needs of businesses in this dynamic environment.

The team has extensive expertise in site assembly, land acquisition, project finance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance and pride themselves on our ability to adapt to shifting regulations and financial incentives while leveraging their in-depth market knowledge to deliver innovative legal solutions that align with our clients’ strategic objectives.

As the Head of the Energy Sector Group, you will play a pivotal role in leading and expanding the firm’s energy practice, advising clients on high-profile matters across the renewable energy, oil and gas, power, and infrastructure sectors. This is a strategic leadership role that combines legal expertise, business development, and team management to drive growth and innovation within the firm’s energy sector offering.

Legal Expertise & Client Advisory

• Providing specialist legal advice to clients in the energy sector, including developers, investors, utilities, regulators, and government entities.
• Advising on a broad range of energy projects and transactions, including project finance, M&A, joint ventures, regulatory matters, and commercial contracts.
• Leading on complex energy infrastructure projects, including renewables, offshore and onshore developments, energy storage, grid connections, and supply agreements.
• Ensuring compliance with UK and international energy regulations, including environmental law, permitting, and licensing frameworks.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, providing commercially focused and strategic legal solutions that align with industry developments.

Sector Leadership & Business Development

• Developing and executing the firm’s strategy for the energy sector, identifying market opportunities and growth areas.
• Leading business development initiatives, enhancing the firm’s profile within the energy industry through networking, industry events, and thought leadership.
• Expanding and maintaining strong client relationships, ensuring the firm is the first choice for legal advice in the energy sector.
• Collaborating with other practice areas, including corporate, banking, regulatory, real estate, and disputes, to provide integrated and seamless client service.
• Staying at the forefront of industry trends, regulatory changes, and market developments, positioning the firm as a key player in the energy sector.

Team Leadership & Development

• Managing and mentoring a team of lawyers, supporting their technical development and career progression.
• Creating a collaborative and high-performance culture within the energy sector group.
• Driving innovation and efficiency in the firm’s approach to energy law, adopting new technologies and best practices.

We are seeking an experienced, commercially driven, and visionary lawyer with at least 10 years PQE and a strong track record in energy law. You will be a sector specialist with deep industry knowledge, exceptional client management skills, and proven leadership experience.

Personal Specification

• 10+ years PQE, with extensive experience in energy law gained at a leading UK law firm.
• A strong background in project finance, M&A, regulatory matters, commercial contracts, and energy infrastructure projects.
• Proven expertise advising clients across renewables, oil & gas, power, utilities, and infrastructure.
• A strategic and commercial mindset, capable of driving the firm’s energy sector growth and identifying market opportunities.
• Strong business development skills, with a demonstrable track record of growing a client base and expanding market presence.
• Exceptional leadership and team management experience, with the ability to mentor, inspire, and develop junior lawyers.
• Extensive experience handling high-value and complex transactions, with strong negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• A deep understanding of UK and international energy regulations, market trends, and sustainability initiatives.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial approach, with the ability to work seamlessly across multiple practice areas.
• A recognised industry profile, with strong connections in the energy sector and a track record of thought leadership, public speaking, or media contributions.

This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape the firm’s energy practice, working at the forefront of an evolving and high-growth industry. As the Head of the Energy Sector Group, you will have the autonomy and platform to drive strategic initiatives, work on high-value transactions, and enhance the firm’s market position in the energy space.

• Strategic Leadership Role – Take ownership of the firm’s energy strategy, expanding and growing the practice in line with market opportunities.
• High-Quality, Complex Work – Advise on major energy projects, M&A transactions, financings, and regulatory matters, working with leading global clients.
• Market Visibility & Thought Leadership – Enhance your profile through industry events, public speaking, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Collaborative & Supportive Culture – Work in a dynamic and innovative firm that values sector specialism and encourages cross-practice collaboration.
• Career Progression & Rewards – A competitive remuneration package, bonus structure, and partnership opportunities within a top-tier UK law firm.
• Flexible & Agile Working – A strong commitment to work-life balance and hybrid working arrangements, ensuring long-term career sustainability.

If you are a strategic and commercially focused energy lawyer looking for a leadership role in a highly regarded UK law firm, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment team. We look forward to welcoming a talented professional to our growing team.