Real Estate Energy and Infrastructure Lawyer 5pqe+

THE FIRM

A major UK and international law firm

THE ROLE

A Real Estate Energy and Infrastructure Senior Associate is sought to join the London office.

The firm is growing its dedicated Real Estate Energy and Infrastructure team to support projects driving the UK's net zero transition.

You will join a Tier 1 rated team delivering nationally significant energy and infrastructure projects.

From major renewables and energy transition schemes, including DCO and CPO projects, you will help turn complex, often first-of-a-kind projects into infrastructure the UK needs.

About the role

• Advise on the real estate aspects of energy, renewables and infrastructure projects, including onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage, hydrogen, EfW, heat networks, nuclear, EV charging and related infrastructure, airports and ports.
• Draft and negotiate key real estate documents, including options, leases, development agreements and other project documents.
• Lead title, access, site assembly and land due diligence work, helping clients identify constraints and unlock deliverable solutions.
• Support major infrastructure consenting and delivery, including DCOs and CPO schemes.
• Work directly with developers, landowners, investors, funders, public bodies and other stakeholders on complex, high value matters.
• Collaborate across the dedicated Energy Sector Team, with colleagues across real estate, energy, planning, construction, corporate, regulatory and finance to deliver joined up advice.
• Help supervise and develop junior lawyers, while taking real responsibility for client relationships and transaction delivery.

About you

• A solicitor qualified in England and Wales, with strong commercial real estate experience and ideally at least 5pqe
• Experience of energy, renewables, infrastructure or major development work.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with the confidence to manage complex matters and multiple stakeholders.

The firm will invest in your ongoing training and development to support your professional goals and help you to thrive in your role from day one.