Senior Lawyer, In House Counsel

Business Unit:  General Counsel and Company Secretariat
Requisition Number:  9806

The role

 

Senior Lawyer - Inhouse Counsel 

 

Warwick - Hybrid

 

2 Positions available - 1x Permanent and 1x Maternity Cover 

 

As the UK accelerates towards its net zero ambitions, National Grid is playing a critical role in delivering the energy infrastructure needed for a cleaner, more sustainable future.

 

We're looking for a Senior Regulatory Lawyer to join our UK Legal team, supporting National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) on some of the most high-profile and strategically important regulatory issues in the sector. From advising on evolving regulatory frameworks to supporting major infrastructure investment and policy developments, you'll be at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.

 

Working closely with colleagues across Legal, Regulation and the wider business, you'll provide commercially focused advice that helps drive delivery of our ambitious plans. Whether you already have experience in a regulated industry or are looking to apply your regulatory expertise in a new sector, we'll provide the support and development opportunities to help you thrive.

What you'll be doing

 

  • Providing regulatory legal advice on NGET's licence obligations, regulatory framework and emerging regulatory developments.
  • Advising the business on regulatory risk, compliance, policy changes and their commercial implications.
  • Supporting engagement with key external stakeholders, including Ofgem, Government departments and external legal advisers.
  • Advising on regulatory submissions, investigations, disputes, appeals and customer connections matters.Preparing briefings and recommendations for senior stakeholders, including Board-level audiences.
  • Developing legal capability across the business through training, knowledge sharing and coaching of colleagues.

What is in it for you

 

 

Salary of £86,000 p.a. to £105,000 p.a. depending on experience 

 

  • Annual performance bonus of up to 40%.
  • Competitive contributory pension scheme with company double-match contributions of up to 12%.
  • Share incentive plan.
  • Salary sacrifice technology scheme.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Matched charity giving.
  • Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle.
  • Ongoing development and career progression opportunities.

 

About you

 

 

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with experience in regulatory and/or competition law gained in private practice or an in-house environment.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver complex projects and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Confident using AI and digital tools to drive efficiency, with typically 4+ years' PQE (although candidates with equivalent experience are encouraged to apply).

 

More Information

 

The closing date for this position is Friday 24th July - please ensure we have received your application by this date.

 

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