Junior Corporate Lawyer (1–2 PQE) – Energy Sector
Organising Institution / Firm
Elite US Law Firm (via Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires)
Quick Verified Facts
📅 Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
📍 Mode / Location
London, United Kingdom
💰 Stipend / Pay
£185,000.00/yr (1 PQE) - £200,000.00/yr (2 PQE) base pay plus Annual Bonus
🎓 Eligibility
1–2 PQE in corporate energy transactional work; Background from a leading UK/US or top energy firm in London; Strong academics; Experience in energy/resources; French or Spanish language skills beneficial. Note: NQ (Newly Qualified) candidates are not considered.
🛡️ Category
Law Firm Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Junior Corporate Lawyer (1–2 PQE) – Energy Sector
Organization: Elite US Law Firm (Recruited via Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires)
Location: London, United Kingdom
Compensation: £185,000 - £200,000 Base Pay (depending on PQE) + Annual Bonus
Role Overview
This position is for a corporate associate to join a top-tier global energy practice in London. The role involves advising on major cross-border transactions and strategic projects across oil & gas, energy transition, and emerging markets. Key matters include offshore acquisitions, large-scale M&A, government negotiations, carbon credits, and battery storage platforms.
Eligibility Criteria
- Experience: 1–2 Years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in corporate energy transactional work. Note: Newly Qualified (NQ) candidates are explicitly not considered.
- Background: Must be from a leading UK/US firm or a top energy firm in London.
- Academics: Strong academic record required.
- Specialization: Experience in energy/resources sector.
- Languages: French or Spanish language skills are beneficial.
Application Procedure
- Visit the LinkedIn Job Posting.
- Sign in to LinkedIn or create an account.
- Click 'Apply' and submit your application via the recruiter (Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires).
Contact Information
Recruiter: Nick Robbins, Director at Nicholas Scott
Platform: LinkedIn