Job Description

Infrastructure, Projects and Energy Finance Lawyer (Legal Director)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £135,000 to £175,000 + bonus and benefits

Experience: 8+ years’ PQE

Our client is looking to recruit a Legal Director into its Manchester Infrastructure, Projects and Energy team, as part of an ongoing growth strategy.

This is a senior role for a lawyer who enjoys complex, high-profile mandates across social infrastructure, energy and utilities, and transport. You will advise on commercial contracts and transaction delivery, work closely with a broad client base (including developers, funds and financial institutions), and play an active role in shaping team strategy, nurturing talent and driving business development.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advising clients across the energy, utilities, transport and wider infrastructure sectors on complex mandates

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and project documentation

• Managing transaction processes and coordinating input from colleagues across relevant disciplines

• Advising on the full spectrum of issues arising on energy and transport sector mandates

• Leading workstreams, supervising junior colleagues and ensuring high-quality delivery against deadlines

• Supporting business development through networking, client relationship management and training initiatives

• Contributing to the wider development of the group, including know-how, precedents and internal training

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

• 8+ years’ PQE with strong experience in infrastructure, projects, energy and or transport work

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a commercial, solutions-led approach

• Confidence managing complex transactions and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams

• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to build trusted relationships

• A proactive approach to mentoring and developing junior talent

Desirable

• Strong experience advising energy-side clients on a national level

• Experience spanning a mix of public and private sector mandates

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £135,000 to £175,000 + bonus and benefits

• High-calibre work across major infrastructure, energy and transport mandates

• A supportive, collaborative culture with strong investment in senior development

• Clear scope to shape strategy, build client relationships and contribute to team growth

• Structured leadership and development support, including mentoring, coaching and regular check-ins

• A genuinely inclusive environment with active networks and a focus on belonging

Working Arrangements

Manchester. Full-time, permanent role.

Next Steps

Apply online or send your CV to  lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.