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We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!
We are looking for two Commercial Lawyers to join our award-winning Legal, Compliance and Data Protection Team (LCDP) on a 12-month fixed-term contract. These roles can be based in Coventry, Solihull or Nottingham and offers flexible hybrid working.
Here's what you'll be doing
Are you ready to shape the legal foundation of a greener energy future?
We’re looking for two proactive and commercially minded legal professionals to support our Energy Infrastructure Solutions and Industrial and Commercial business areas. This is your opportunity to work on high-profile sustainable energy projects and play a vital role in helping E.ON deliver innovative solutions across the UK — from powering hospitals and ports to working with major industrial clients.
- Providing in-house legal advice across E.ON’s business, with a focus on infrastructure and commercial energy solutions.
- Enabling energy infrastructure projects (including on site and off site PV solar, wind and heat pumps, and heat networks) for commercial and public sector clients by providing advice on all aspects of development, sales, procurement, construction and operation.
- Advising on a range of commercial contracts including ESCO, private wire, waste heat off-take, and energy supply agreements.
- Advising on complex energy supply agreements, data and metering contracts, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and regulatory changes.
- Collaborating closely with senior stakeholders, product teams, and business units across the organisation.
- Supporting the management of legal risks while enabling innovation, customer value, and operational efficiency.
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
It would be great if you also had
- 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.
Here’s what you need to know
- Award-Winning Workplace - We’re proud to be named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and the Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
- Outstanding Benefits - Enjoy 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 - Our industry-leading hybrid and family-friendly policies earned us double recognition at the Personnel Today Awards 2024. We’re open to discussing how flexibility can work for you.
- Inclusive & Diverse - We’re the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers. We’re also proud winners of Best Employer for Women and Human Company of the Year—recognising our inclusive, people-first culture.
- Support at Every Stage of Life - We’re Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accredited, with inclusive support for everyone.
- Accessible & Supportive - Do you consider yourself as having a disability? As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will make any adjustments needed during the process.
- Invested in Your Growth - From inclusive talent networks to top-tier development programmes, we’ll support your growth every step of the way.
