Legal Counsel (Inc. Company Secretary) – 12 Month FTC

Elexon Ltd
Legal Counsel (Inc. Company Secretary) – 12 Month FTC

Location: London Salary: GBP 75,000 Posted Date: 22 Jul 2025 Closing Date: 05 Aug 2025

Join Elexon as a Legal Counsel. This role is ideal for candidates with Legal & Company Secretary experience who may not be qualified solicitors. Enjoy hybrid working and excellent benefits.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel (Inc. Company Secretary) (Grade 12) to join the Legal and Company Secretarial team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC).

Team Overview:

The legal and company secretariat team:

• Provides critical advice on Elexon’s industry roles including BSC Code Manager, EMRS, market facilitator
• Supports the delivery of Elexon’s strategy and governance for new industry roles
• Manages legal risks and ensures compliance with the BSC, regulations, and applicable laws (including data protection laws)
• Plays a key role in industry change processes, including advising on modifications, CPs, drafting legal texts, and contributing to workgroups
• Supports the Board and Executive Team on corporate governance, including organizing meetings, maintaining records, and advising on best practices

Job Purpose:

The primary focus is on company secretariat functions, supporting high-quality governance and well-managed Board and Committee meetings. The role also involves legal support to ensure compliance, clear documentation of transactions, and management of legal and commercial risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Company secretarial duties: preparing minutes, organizing meetings, reviewing reports, managing director re-appointments, supporting subsidiaries, and overseeing insurances
• Legal advice on various topics related to Elexon, the BSC, and industry regulations
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and industry documents
• Managing legal risks through policies and procedures
• Supporting data protection compliance and legal obligations
• Staying updated on relevant legislation and regulations

Capabilities and Competencies:

• Qualified legal practitioner with experience in corporate governance, data protection, and commercial contracts
• Strong drafting skills and pragmatic advice-giving ability
• Good judgment, commercial awareness, and experience with technology and outsourcing contracts
• Understanding of energy industry regulation and the Balancing and Settlement Code
• Minute-taking skills and entitlement to practice in England and Wales or equivalent jurisdiction

Benefits and Development:

Opportunities for growth include expertise in industry governance, technology contracts, and data privacy. Benefits include 28 days annual leave, incentive schemes, life assurance, pension, private medical insurance, and various wellbeing initiatives.

Our Culture and Values:

We promote diversity and inclusion, supporting employee wellbeing through various programs and activities. We aim to be a role model for diversity and inclusivity in the industry, fostering a supportive and innovative environment.