Commercial Contracts Legal Director – Energy Sector

Top 20 International Law Firm | Central Birmingham | Up to £115,000 + Bonus | Hybrid Working

Are you an experienced Commercial Contracts Lawyer with a strong background in the energy sector, looking to join a top 30 international firm with an exceptional reputation and global reach? This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in a high-performing team at the forefront of energy, infrastructure, and corporate work.

The Firm & Team

You’ll be joining a market-leading Energy Team, over 100+ lawyers strong, with deep sector expertise across the full energy lifecycle.

The Role

As a Commercial Contracts Legal Director, you’ll play a key role advising major players in the energy finance and corporate sectors. You’ll draft, negotiate, and manage high-value commercial agreements and support clients through the full lifecycle of renewable, net-zero, and low-carbon energy projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate energy-related contracts and project agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice on energy law, regulation, and compliance.
• Advise on project documents linked to renewable and low-carbon generation and storage.
• Represent clients in negotiations with counterparties.
• Support clients with risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver strategic legal solutions.

About You

You’ll be a commercially minded solicitor with a strong track record in complex transactional and contract work, ideally within the energy or infrastructure sectors. This role would suit either a Senior Associate ready to take the next step into a Legal Director position, or an established Legal Director seeking a new challenge within a top-tier international firm.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor (7+ PQE) with significant commercial contracts experience.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proven experience advising clients on complex commercial or transactional matters.

Why Join?

• Hybrid working – only 2 days a week in the office.
• 1,500 chargeable hours target, with bonus kicking in at 1,350.
• Competitive salary up to £115,000 + bonus.
• Excellent benefits:
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Digital GP & Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance & Group Income Protection
• Pension (up to 7% employer contribution)
• 25 days annual leave (plus public holidays), increasing with service.
• A clear, transparent progression pathway within a highly respected international firm.

Interested?