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This job is with E.ON UK, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and offer a range of flexible working options.

We are looking for a Commercial Lawyer to join our award-winning Legal, Compliance and Data Protection Team (LCDP) on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role can be based in Solihull or Nottingham and offers flexible hybrid working.

Overview

Overview: The role provides in-house legal support focused on infrastructure and commercial energy solutions within E.ON’s Energy Infrastructure Solutions and Industrial & Commercial business areas. You will work on high-profile sustainable energy projects and help deliver innovative, low-carbon energy solutions across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-house legal advice across E.ON’s business, focusing on infrastructure and commercial energy solutions.
• Support the development and delivery of energy infrastructure projects, including on-site and off-site solar PV, wind, heat pumps, and heat networks.
• Advise on all aspects of project development, sales, procurement, construction, and operation.
• Draft and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, such as ESCOs, private wire, waste heat off-take, and energy supply contracts.
• Advise on complex energy supply agreements, metering and data contracts, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and regulatory developments.
• Partner with senior stakeholders, product teams, and business units to enable innovation, customer value, and operational excellence.
• Manage legal risk effectively while supporting the delivery of sustainable growth.

What We Need From You

• You’re a UK-qualified solicitor or barrister.
• You have relevant experience advising on construction and/or complex commercial contracts.
• You bring strong business acumen and a practical, solutions-focused approach.
• You’re confident working independently, but equally value collaboration and teamwork.
• You can work flexibly and remain resilient in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• You have excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the business.
• You have excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Nice to have

• Experience in the energy industry, or within a regulated or in-house environment.
• Familiarity with energy infrastructure projects, energy supply contracts, or PPAs — but if not, we’ll support you to learn.

What You Need To Know

• Award-Winning Workplace – named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
• Outstanding Benefits – 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, a generous pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly – hybrid and family-friendly policies highlighted by industry awards; flexible options can be discussed.
• Inclusive & Diverse – part of Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers with recognition for women and an inclusive culture.
• Support at Every Stage of Life – Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accreditation with inclusive support.
• Accessible & Supportive – Disability Confident Employer with guaranteed interviews for disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria and reasonable adjustments in the process.
• Invested in Your Growth – inclusive talent networks and development programmes to support growth.

At a glance

• Reference no.: 238546
• Closing date: 24/10/2025
• Salary: £60,601 - £73,963

Get in touch

For information about the role please contact clare.lees@eon-uk.com

About Us

E.ON is a privately owned international energy company. Our 75,000 colleagues in 15 countries work daily towards the improvement of technical innovations and user-friendly customer solutions for the new energy world. We are the first large energy company to focus more heavily upon the energy of the future through our three business areas of energy networks, renewable energies and customer solutions.