Job Description

Role: Associate General Counsel – Sustainable Power (Partial Hours)

Location: Edinburgh Metropolitan Area

Climate17 is partnering with a global leader in the sustainable power sector, focusing on wind, photovoltaic, and grid-scale storage technologies. They are currently seeking a part-time Legal Advisor to join their regional office and take ownership of drafting and mediating all commercial agreements with clients, contractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities:

Oversee all judicial matters stemming from the organization’s commercial pacts.
Provide support for judicial and regulatory compliance during procurement and tender phases.
Manage all clerical duties concerning contract administration and mediation.
Uphold the judicial integrity of all agreements, standard terms, and general business arrangements.
Maintain rigorous contract oversight and judicial documentation systems.
Direct corporate “house-keeping” tasks to ensure all entity records remain current.
Monitor adherence to corporate governance protocols and deliver mandatory compliance reports.
Confirm that the entity operates in alignment with all local statutes and industry-specific regulations.
Deliver internal judicial guidance to various back-office departments.
Assume the functions of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for the organization.
Assist in threat management by identifying and consolidating potential judicial risks within operations.

Requirements:

Accredited solicitor in England & Wales with several years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
Candidates accredited in Scotland are eligible provided they demonstrate proficiency with English law agreements.
Proven track record of practicing law within high-pressure commercial environments (In-house or Private Practice).
Specialized knowledge in business law, construction statutes, and general commercial mediation.
Background in infrastructure or energy; specific familiarity with solar PV or onshore wind is highly advantageous.
Practical understanding of corporate statutes and the ability to manage entity-level governance.
Business-centric mindset; ability to balance judicial risk against commercial velocity.
Skilled negotiator and collaborative team member with a focus on meticulous detail.
Versatility to address judicial topics outside of primary specialization when necessary.
Superior organizational capabilities and the ability to manage competing priorities.
Legal authorization to work within the United Kingdom.

Job Data Table

Category	Details
Company Name	Climate17 Ltd
Location	Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Locality	Edinburgh
Country	United Kingdom
City	Edinburgh
Region	Scotland
Job Type	Part-time (Role is part-time, despite platform tag)
Salaries	£60,000 – £65,000 (FTE)
Experience Level	Mid-Senior (Several years PQE)
Travel	Occasional regional travel
Language	English
Benefits	Hybrid working, Inclusive process, DPO responsibility

Skills & Competency Table

Key Skill	Competency Level
Commercial Contracts	Mastery
Renewable Energy Law	Advanced
Construction Law	Advanced
Corporate Governance	Proficient
Data Protection (GDPR)	Proficient
Contract Negotiation	Expert

Salaries Pay Calculator Table

Annual Salary	Bonus	Total Compensation	Notes
£60,000 – £65,000	Not Specified	£60k – £65k	Salary is likely pro-rata for part-time hours

Job Summary

This part-time Legal Counsel role in Edinburgh focuses on managing commercial contracts and compliance for a global renewable energy firm. You will draft agreements, oversee corporate governance, and serve as Data Protection Officer. It is a strategic position requiring English law expertise and a commercial mindset to support wind and solar projects.

FAQs

Is this role available for Scottish-qualified solicitors?

Yes, Scottish-qualified candidates are considered if they have experience with English law contracts.

What specific energy sectors are involved?

The company specializes in onshore wind, solar PV, and energy storage technologies.

Is there a remote working option?

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement based out of the Edinburgh office.

Does this role include data protection responsibilities?

Yes, the successful candidate will take on the role of Data Protection Officer (DPO).

Is previous in-house experience mandatory?

No, candidates from both private practice and in-house backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Expert Analysis

This is a rare senior part-time opportunity within the high-growth renewables sector. The £60k-£65k salary range is highly competitive for Edinburgh, particularly for a role blending construction and commercial law. Success here requires “commercial pragmatism”—the ability to protect the business legally without stalling fast-moving energy infrastructure deals.

Location & Logistics Guide

The role is based in Edinburgh, Scotland’s financial and legal hub. The hybrid model allows for a balance between home-based work and office collaboration. Edinburgh offers a robust legal community and is a primary center for UK renewable energy investment, providing excellent local networking and professional growth opportunities.

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Career Path

Legal Counsels in this sector often progress to Senior Legal Counsel or Head of Legal roles. Given the DPO and governance responsibilities, a transition into Corporate Secretarial or Chief Risk Officer (CRO) paths is also viable. The specialized energy experience is highly transferable to global infrastructure funds and policy-making bodies.

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