Associate - Corporate (Energy) - #1708532

Job Title: Corporate (Energy) Associate

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• We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
  
  

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Corporate (Energy) Associate
• Team: Corporate
• Location: Hybrid working from Bristol, Southampton, Exeter or Plymouth
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Why this role matters: This is a pivotal role within one of our biggest practice groups and presents a unique opportunity to focus on sector specific work
  
  

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What you'll do

In this role, you'll:

• Work with colleagues across our Energy and Infrastructure sector to support developers, investors, utilities, IPPs, and community energy organisations with renewable energy projects, and to support businesses helping to deliver the energy transition, including manufacturers, O&M providers, early stage companies and service providers to the sector.
• Undertake a broad range of corporate work, including M&A, joint ventures, strategic investments, re-organisations, corporate structuring and governance.
• Have the opportunity to develop and grow specialist knowledge in the Energy and Sustainability sectors.
• Benefit from the right balance of responsibility and independence, from the outset, to work confidently with your own transactions and client relationships combined with the support and supervision from senior colleagues to enable you to continue developing your skills and knowledge as you to progress.
  
  

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What we're looking for

We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:

• 2+ years PQE as a Corporate Solicitor, seeking to accelerate your career and professional development with more direct responsibility and interaction with clients focussed on the Energy sector.
• Experience of working on energy and/or sustainability projects, including any of renewable energy, energy transition, grid infrastructure, heat networks, or natural capital projects
• A desire to help to contribute towards net zero and sustainability goals
• Passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.
  
  

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we're committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here's what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
  
  

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here
  
  

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Ready to apply?

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