Lawyer*, Energy

We have an excellent opportunity for an Energy Lawyer to join Client Earth’s Resources, Energy, and Mobility (REM) System Group. You will use your expertise to support and implement strategic legal interventions, including litigation and advocacy, with the objective of a profound transformation of energy systems. You will be involved in all of . As a part of the larger Client Earth organisation, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with lawyers from many countries focusing on a variety of subject matter

In this role you will be managed by Natascha Hospedales. Natascha joined Client Earth in 2021. She worked on ecosystem governance in West Africa before joining the Resources, Energy and Mobility Group in Europe to lead the Emissions Reductions team and our work on addressing the environmental impacts of AI.

• Contribute to the development, and implementation of litigation and advocacy projects to achieve the objectives of Client Earth’s energy work in Germany and Europe
• Carry out legal research and analysis concerning laws, policies, and political developments relevant to energy systems
• Collaborate with other NGOs, decision makers, technical experts, and civil servants, and other relevant entities

See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.

• Fluent () in German
• First and Second State Law Examinations
• Professional experience working in German energy law
• Experience of building and maintaining networks and relationships with a wide variety of external stakeholders

See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.

Note to candidates:
The position offers a great opportunity to develop or enhance our skills and experience in this area. We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that . If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.