JOB OPPORTUNITY AT THOMSON LEGAL

April 2, 2026by canonsphere

Office Overview:

A leading regulatory authority in the United Kingdom is seeking to strengthen its in-house legal team. The organisation operates at the forefront of public law, regulatory governance, and energy sector oversight, handling complex and high-impact legal matters involving infrastructure, compliance, and statutory frameworks. It offers a dynamic and professional environment with significant exposure to government and regulatory processes.

Position Overview:

The organisation is hiring a Junior Lawyer (Public / Regulatory / Energy Law) on a 6-month contractual basis. This role is designed for early-career qualified lawyers looking to gain hands-on experience in regulatory and public law advisory work within an in-house setting.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Advising on public and administrative law matters, including statutory interpretation
Assisting with regulatory compliance and risk assessment
Conducting legal research and preparing drafts of:
Legal documents
Policies
Regulatory submissions
Working on matters related to:
Energy law
Infrastructure projects
Sector-specific legislation
Liaising with:
Government authorities
Regulatory bodies
External counsel
Supporting:
Dispute resolution
Contentious regulatory matters
Monitoring developments in law and regulatory frameworks