Job Title: Head of Legal
Location: London
Salary: Up to £100,000 per annum plus benefits
Industry: Energy / Clean Tech / Start-Up
Employment Type: Full-Time

⚡ About Us

We are working for a fast-growing energy start-up committed to accelerating the transition to a cleaner, smarter, and more sustainable energy system. Backed by forward-thinking partners and driven by innovation, we're building practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in the energy sector.

As we expand, we're looking for a proactive and commercially minded Head of Legal to join our leadership team. This is a unique opportunity to establish and lead the legal function in a high-growth environment where your input will directly shape the company's future.

🧭 The Role

You'll be the company's first in-house legal hire, responsible for managing all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters across the business. From contracts and corporate governance to navigating regulatory frameworks, you'll be a key advisor to the senior leadership team.

🔍 Key Responsibilities

* Provide legal advice across all areas of the business, including commercial, corporate, employment, and regulatory matters.

* Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements.

* Oversee corporate governance, shareholder relations, and company secretarial matters.

* Ensure ongoing compliance with energy regulations and relevant UK laws.

* Support business development, partnerships, and strategic initiatives.

* Engage and manage external legal counsel where required.

* Build the internal legal infrastructure, policies, and processes from the ground up.

🧠 What We're Looking For

* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 8+ years PQE.

* Strong commercial and contract law experience, ideally gained in both private practice and in-house.

* Previous exposure to the energy, infrastructure, technology, or regulated sectors is highly desirable.

* Comfortable working in a start-up or scale-up environment—hands-on, pragmatic, and solutions-focused.

* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

🌍 What We Offer

* A competitive salary of up to £100,000 per annum.

* Hybrid working from our London office.

* The opportunity to build and lead the legal function at a growing, purpose-driven company.

* A collaborative and ambitious team environment with real impact potential