Head of Legal

HAVE YOU GOT SPIRIT?
 
Succeeding in today’s energy landscape requires collaboration, agility and the courage to challenge established ways of working. At Spirit Energy, we are redefining what good looks like in mature basin operations — focusing on safe, responsible asset stewardship, value maximisation and the delivery of an orderly energy transition.
 
Achieving this requires a broad mix of skills, experience and perspectives. Our people are central to how we operate — bringing curiosity, accountability and pragmatism to complex technical and commercial challenges. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a forward‑thinking team committed to doing things better and differently, we would like to hear from you.
 
THE OPPORTUNITY – HEAD OF LEGAL
 
Responsible for delivering expert legal support across commercial, operational, and regulatory matters, provides support in dispute resolution, and external counsel, while representing the company in key industry legal forums; for being the main interface for all Shareholder (SHO) communications and ensures adherence to the Shareholder and Contribution Agreement.
 
Location: Aberdeen
Duration: 2-year contract
Contract Type: PAYE
Day Rate: TBC - For your application to be progressed, please ensure you provide a PAYE day rate banding expectation
 

• Please only apply if you have existing right-to-work in the UK.
• Please outline notice period/availability to start.

 
Closing Date for Applications: 16th July 2026
 
Spirit Energy currently have a non-contractual hybrid working arrangement for all office-based workers. 4 days must be worked in the office with compulsory days being Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The fourth day worked in-office (either Monday or Friday) is of the worker’s choosing but should be in keeping with what is most efficient and effective for their team. The office is open 5 days a week for full time, in-office working if this is the contractor’s preference.  
 
 
AND NOW FOR THE TECHNICAL BIT…
In role, you will be required to:
 
Legal Advice & Support

• Provides legal advice and guidance on all business matters including joint ventures, industry regulations, procurement, supply chain, and disputes
• Interprets and advises on the terms of existing contracts and agreements
• Advises on the legal implications of operational activities

 
Contract & Agreement Management

• Drafts, negotiates, and concludes a range of agreements
• Participates actively in the contract governance and strategy

 
Dispute & Claims Management
Manages and supports the business in handling claims and disputes, ensuring appropriate legal resolution
 
External Legal Services Management

• Oversees and manage the engagement of external legal counsel, ensuring services are fit for purpose and cost effective
• Acts as the company’s legal representative in key industry groups such as Oil and Gas UK legal committee

 
Shareholder Interface

• Lead the interface for Shareholder Organisation (SHO) communications, managing the flow of information to ensure consistent messaging across all sources and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. REMIT).
• Organise SHO meetings and briefings
• Coordinate & streamline shareholder approvals and consultation processes
• Facilitate effective shareholder interaction and engagement
• Strengthen communication governance frameworks
• Ensure Spirit Energy and its shareholders meet their obligations under the Shareholder Agreement and Joint Venture Contribution Agreement

 
Governance & Secretariat
Provides secretariat support as needed to governance boards and committees
 
Any other associated duties as reasonably required
 
 
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, we are looking for:
 

• Substantial oil and gas law experience either in-house or private practice
• Experience within the Oil & Gas industry is desired
• Experience working with external stakeholders is desired
• BA Law (LLB) or equivalent from recognised university;
• Experience in Ol & Gas environment
• Holds a practicing certificate issued by the Law Society of England & Wales or the Law Society of Scotland

 
 
In addition to technical knowledge and credibility, we are looking for someone who lives our values - Agility, Collaboration, Courage, Care, and Delivery. A person who embraces and supports change, while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a mature asset


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