DCO & Real Estate Legal Counsel – Contract – London
LMR Resourcing · London, England ·
DCO & Real Estate Legal Counsel – Contract – London Location: LondonThis is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading renewable and alternative energy company supporting a large scale, green energy project. The role requires a strong understanding of the DCO application process and will be based in our clients offices in central London 3⁄4 days per week.
The role is deemed as being outside IR35.Role & ResponsibilitiesLeading the DCO and real-estate workstreams for the project including as follows: Development Consent Order (DCO)Leading the DCO and real-estate workstreams for the project including.
Independently lead legal strategy and execution for DCO application of the Project under the Planning Act 2008, with limited oversight from Senior Legal Counsel. Review and negotiate DCO documentation including protective provisions.
Advise on all aspects of the DCO statutory consultation, environmental impact assessments, and stakeholder engagement. Participate in representing the organisation in hearings and examinations before the Planning Inspectorate.
Liaise with internal project teams, external counsel, and government bodies to ensure timely and compliant DCO submissions. Lead development of responses to examination questions in the DCOReal EstateManage legal aspects of land acquisition, including compulsory purchase, option agreements, leases, and easements.
Conduct due diligence on property titles, access rights, and land ownership. Negotiate and draft property-related contracts and support land assembly strategies. Advise on land registration, property disputes, and rights of way.
Collaborate with surveyors, planners, and external legal advisors to facilitate smooth land transactions. OtherWhilst the focus will be on DCO and real estate the selected candidate may be required to work on other areas of work for an in-house legal team such as review of NDAs, commercial terms and conditions, and miscellaneous legal matters.
Key Skills & KnowledgeMust have strong understanding of the DCO application and approval process. Previous experience working in the energy sector would be highly advantageous. Additional InformationThe role is considered to be outside IR35.To apply please click below: