Legal Counsel – Project Finance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Counsel to join a highly regarded in-house legal team on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This role will focus primarily on supporting the organisation’s energy and infrastructure investment activities

Client Details

Our client is a well-established UK investment and asset management business with a strong track record of deploying capital into sectors that deliver both commercial returns and positive long‑term impact. Managing multi‑billion‑pound investments across a diverse range of specialist strategies, the organisation has built a reputation for innovation, responsible investment and sustainable growth.

Description

• Provide legal support on the structuring, negotiation and execution of energy, infrastructure, and financing transactions.
• Draft and negotiate finance and project documentation including facility agreements, PPAs, EPC contracts, O&M agreements and related transaction documents.
• Advise on legal, regulatory, and commercial risks, delivering practical solutions that support business objectives.
• Support the management of existing investments and loan portfolios, including amendments, waivers and consents.
• Ensure completion of post‑transaction requirements and contribute to the continuous improvement of legal processes and governance frameworks.
• Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external advisers, acting as a trusted legal partner to the business.

Profile

• 4+ PQE
• Experience with project or infrastructure finance coming from an energy or financial services background
• Available for a 9‑12‑month period starting from September
• Working in‑house or in private practice
• Available to commute into London on a hybrid basis

Job Offer

• Salary up to £110,000 depending on candidate experience plus bonus and benefits package
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on high‑profile energy and infrastructure transactions.
• Modern working environment that embraces technology, innovation and continuous improvement

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