Legal Counsel

Energean is a leading independent, London-listed FTSE 250 exploration and production (E&P) company, with operations spanning Europe, the Mediterranean, the Middle East and Africa, and an industry-leading HSE track record. With over 18 years of operational expertise, Energean has grown from its foundations in Greece to become the largest independent E&P operator in the East Mediterranean, evolving into a full-cycle upstream company with a diversified, high-quality portfolio across eight countries.

The Company holds approximately 1 billion boe of 2P reserves, with a reserves life exceeding 18 years and an 85% gas-weighted outlook. Its flagship assets include the multi-TCF Karish, Karish North and Tanin gas developments offshore Israel, alongside a growing pipeline of projects across the EMEA region, supporting energy security in its host nations. Energean continues to execute a robust growth strategy, advancing major developments such as the Katlan project in Israel, the Irena gas development in Croatia, and upcoming offshore exploration drilling campaigns in Greece (Block 2) and Egypt (EBEN).

Energean is committed to responsible energy development and aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, contributing to global climate goals, while actively supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As an equal opportunity employer, Energean fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where individuals are valued regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

Summary

Energean plc, the international oil and gas company, is the leading independent, gas-focused, exploration and production company on the London stock exchange, with assets in the Mediterranean and UK North Sea. The company has material growth plans in its existing geographies and across Africa and as a result, we are seeking a lawyer for the role of Legal Counsel, based in London.

This is an exciting opportunity for a UK-qualified corporate/energy lawyer to join our UK legal team working closely with, and reporting to, the Group General Counsel, and supporting our dynamic and fast-paced business.

Main Responsibilities

• The role will provide an enviable opportunity to provide advice on the full range of legal matters affecting the business operations, including in connection with a variety of corporate, commercial, M&A, construction, offtake transactions, as well as assist in disputes and governance processes.
• Working closely with the Group General Counsel and other members of our international legal team to support business growth and operations.
• Supporting key internal stakeholders in connection with all-related legal matters.
• Liaising with external lawyers and other advisers to ensure business objectives are met efficiently and comprehensively.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Demonstrable UK post-qualification experience in a leading international law firm and/or as an in-house counsel, in a corporate/transactional and/or energy environment;
• Qualified Minimum of 1 year PQE;
• Excellent academics;
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills;
• Positive, independent and proactive approach; commercially-focused, practical;
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong team-work skills;
• Exposure to AI and/or legal automation tools;
• Helpful, flexible and adaptable to evolving business needs.

This role is being handled by the Energean recruitment team and no agency contact is required.