Director of Legal
5 days ago
SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.
Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.
About the Role
Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.
Salary: £121,800 - £182,600 + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel in tandem with reporting lines and accountability to the Thermal Executive Committee ("TEC"), this role will act as the senior legal partner in Thermal, overseeing and supporting the timely delivery of legal support to enable delivery of Thermal and Group strategy. The main responsibilities of the role will include but are not limited to:
- Understanding the key challenges in the energy sector and in particular the Thermal energy sector and business strategy and Legal's role in its delivery and success.
- Lead on key Thermal projects, joint ventures, commercial contracts and corporate advice including, construction contracts and transactional support for M&A.
- Lead and support business leaders through provision of clear direction based on the Thermal strategy.
- Oversight of the team to ensure efficient management of work concurrently on a variety of projects, effectively prioritising team workloads under demanding deadlines and providing accurate and timely reporting to the DGC.
- Propose imaginative, appropriate solutions and implement innovative business improvements.
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- Excellent people leadership/management experience with clear experience of operating within multi-functional project teams, and exposure to senior management and decision making.
- Knowledge of the UK Energy industry or similar.
- A solicitor or barrister with considerable years PQE with a demonstrable track record in producing high quality and effective legal advice.
- Confidence and professional capability to gain the trust and respect of other executives quickly.
- An ability to lead a team, develop talent and continually improve the legal service offering to the Thermal business.
Our in-house SSE Legal function operates across the SSE Group to ensure business actions and behaviours are aligned to business priorities, are legally sound, and reinforce a culture of integrity, quality, responsibility and ethical behaviour. We identify and rationalise legal risk, providing advice on both regulatory and statutory obligations, all whilst helping the business to achieve their strategic goals.
SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're building the world's largest offshore wind farm. Transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Kimberlee on / to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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