Senior Lawyer - Commercial
About us
At National Grid, we light up the world by harnessing the unique strengths of our people. Join us as a Commercial Lawyer and be part of a team that's driving forward the energy transition, creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all.
Unleash your superpower and bring energy to life.
National Grid is hiring a Commercial Lawer. This role is be based out of our Warwick, UK office. This is a hybrid role, with a mix of office and remote work.
About the role
We're looking for a highly experienced Commercial Lawyer (Solicitor or Barrister) to join our high-performing Legal team within National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET). This is a pivotal role, placing you at the heart of the UK’s ambitious journey to Net Zero by 2050.
The energy sector is undergoing a profound transformation, and your expertise will be crucial in drafting, negotiating, and executing the strategic commercial agreements that underpin the construction of vital new energy infrastructure.
What you'll do
As a trusted partner to senior business leaders, you will:
• Lead Strategic Contracting: Shape and deliver complex, multi-million-pound commercial arrangements for projects, strategic contracts, R&D collaborations, outsourcing, IT, and IP.
• Provide Expert Counsel: Offer agile, solutions-focused legal advice on novel commercial issues within the evolving energy landscape.
• Drive Project Delivery: Lead the energy/commercial law aspects of critical projects and 'business as usual' matters, influencing outcomes from concept to completion.
• Mitigate Risk: Proactively identify and manage commercial, contractual, procurement, and competition law risks, and manage external counsel to ensure high-quality, value-driven advice.
• Cultivate Excellence: Contribute to the development of the wider General Counsel function by coaching junior talent and driving continuous improvement in legal best practice.
What you'll bring
• UK Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with significant experience in commercial law (likely 6+ years PQE, though all experience levels will be considered if you can demonstrate the requisite expertise).
• Deep commercial awareness and a passion for the energy sector and the Net Zero ambition.
• Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide variety of complex commercial contracts.
• An exceptional and instinctive communicator who can advise and influence at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Knowledge of the Utilities Contract Regulations or other procurement rules preferred.
• Experience advising within the energy sector or another regulated environment preferred.
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What You'll Get
We offer a competitive package that rewards performance and supports your development:
• Competitive Salary (dependent on experience)
• Company Car or Allowance
• Performance-based Bonus (up to 40% of salary)
• Competitive Contributory Pension Scheme (we double match your contribution up to a 12% company contribution)
• A wide range of flexible benefits, including a Share Incentive Plan and a Salary Sacrifice Technology Scheme.
About National Grid
National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) owns and operates the high voltage electricity transmission system in England and Wales. We are the backbone of the UK's energy system, focused on enabling the transition to a low-carbon future by designing and building the connections and infrastructure needed to achieve the UK’s Net Zero targets. Joining us means making a real impact at the cutting edge of the energy transformation.