Cadent Gas Ltd Job Purpose An exciting opportunity for a lawyer specialising in Health, Safety & Environment to join our experienced General Counsel team. Safety is at the heart of all that we do to deliver gas to around 11 million homes and businesses in the UK. Our health, safety and environment lawyer provides essential legal advice and strategic input right across the business to support this; as well as advising on our sustainable commitments and net zero ambitions. Key Responsibilities This role will suit a lawyer who already possesses health, safety and environmental knowledge. Experience of the utilities sector – either in private practice or inhouse – is also helpful but not essential. The role involves close collaboration with business teams and external legal experts to provide: Specialist legal advice on health, safety and environmental issues, both contentious and non-contentious. This core part of the role includes advising on our obligations under key health and safety legislation, such as the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Pipelines Safety Regulations 1996, Gas Safety (Management) Regulations 1996; and the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015. Training can be provided in respect of the specialist gas legislation if required. Support will also be required in relation to Cadent’s policies and procedures and operational delivery systems as we move towards Cadent’s net zero future; Incident support and assistance with the investigative process (both conducting internal investigations and responding to investigations by the police or regulatory bodies); undertaking or instructing external lawyers (and experts) in relation to representation in court matters (including Inquests and Inquiries); and joining the 24/7 out of hours emergency legal standby rota, providing advice remotely. Support on New Roads and Street Works Act and Highways Act obligations/response to prosecutions (with training and support if required); and responses to customer queries and service improvement initiatives. You will also: Collaborate with business teams to identify and implement strategies that mitigate risk and enhance ongoing projects. Your proactive approach will ensure seamless integration and impactful results. Manage external providers to deliver timely, budget-friendly advice that aligns with business objectives and maximizes value for money. Your oversight will be crucial in achieving strategic goals and mitigating risks Skills and Experience Experience: Expertise in Health, Safety, and Environmental Matters: Specialist knowledge and experience in advising on both contentious and non-contentious issues. Strong Communication Skills: Excellent communicator with the ability to listen effectively in team or commercial environments. Leadership and Training: Capable of developing and training team members and business colleagues, and leading process initiatives to drive efficiency. Strategic Influence: Ability to contribute to high-profile projects and influence through a broad range of internal and external contacts. Commercial Awareness and Management: Sound commercial awareness of the operating environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities and experience in project, contract, or relationship management. The role can be performed on a hybrid basis with a flexible blend of home and office working