Legal Counsel

Fuse Energy

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Job Overview

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Sector

Energy & Utilities

Experience Level

Mid-level (3-5 years)

About the Company

Fuse Energy is at the vanguard of the renewable energy revolution, a dynamic startup committed to delivering a terawatt of clean energy at an accelerated pace. By merging first-principles thinking with advanced technology, Fuse Energy is architecting a fundamentally better energy system. The company has secured substantial funding, raising $170 million from prominent investors, including Multicoin, Balderton, and Lakestar, alongside strategic angel investors and venture capital firms backing industry giants like Solana and Meta. Fuse Energy is building a comprehensive energy ecosystem, encompassing the development of solar, wind, and hydrogen projects, alongside real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. Their direct-to-consumer model eliminates intermediaries, reducing costs and passing savings onto customers. Furthermore, Fuse Energy is developing the Energy Network, a decentralized platform featuring smart devices that reward users with Energy Dollars for electrifying their homes, optimizing energy usage during off-peak hours, and contributing to grid stability. This network is crucial for supporting the increasing energy demands of AI data centers and other energy-intensive industries.

Job Description

Fuse Energy is a pioneering renewable energy startup dedicated to rapidly deploying a terawatt of clean energy solutions. By integrating fundamental principles with cutting-edge technology, the company is constructing a significantly improved energy system.

The company has successfully raised $170 million from leading investors, including Multicoin, Balderton, and Lakestar, alongside strategic angel investors and venture capital firms associated with major tech companies. This funding underscores the significant potential and investor confidence in Fuse Energy's mission.

Fuse Energy is establishing a comprehensive energy enterprise, encompassing the development of solar, wind, and hydrogen projects, alongside sophisticated real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. Their direct-to-consumer approach bypasses traditional intermediaries, leading to reduced costs and enhanced savings for customers.

Furthermore, Fuse Energy is developing the innovative Energy Network. This decentralized platform utilizes smart devices to reward users with Energy Dollars for adopting clean energy practices, such as electrifying their homes and shifting energy consumption to off-peak hours, thereby aiding in grid balancing. This network is vital for supporting the escalating energy demands of AI data centers and other energy-intensive industries.

As a Legal Counsel, you will be instrumental in supporting the company's commercial, corporate, and regulatory initiatives as it expands across various international markets. This role offers a unique opportunity to join an ambitious startup at the forefront of the energy transition and to influence the legal framework of a novel energy company.

Required Skills

Commercial ContractsCorporate LawRegulatory ComplianceNegotiationStakeholder ManagementEnergy LawTechnology LawFinancial Services Law

Key Responsibilities

  • Review, draft, and negotiate a high volume of NDAs, MSAs, product order forms, and supplier/customer/technology agreements, identifying risks and proposing practical, business-friendly solutions.
  • Translate legal and regulatory requirements into clear guidance for new product lines, researching regulatory needs and developing product specifications.
  • Provide concise, day-to-day legal advice to Operations, Finance, Trading, and Product teams, simplifying complex issues for confident decision-making.
  • Support UK and cross-border compliance, manage regulatory filings and submissions, and maintain policies and registers to ensure inspection readiness.
  • Develop and refine templates, clause libraries, playbooks, and best practices to streamline workflows and automate routine tasks.

Qualifications

  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent common law jurisdiction).
  • 4–7 years of post-qualification experience, with a combination of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
  • Strong foundation in commercial contracts and corporate law; experience in energy, technology, or financial services is a plus.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Enthusiasm for renewable energy, decentralization, and technology-driven change.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary and an equity sign-on bonus
  • Biannual bonus scheme
  • Fully expensed tech to match your needs
  • Paid annual leave
  • Breakfast and dinner allowance for office-based employees

How to Apply

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The UK's renewable energy sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by ambitious decarbonization targets and significant investment. As a Legal Counsel at Fuse Energy, you will navigate the complex legal landscape of this dynamic industry. Your expertise in contract law, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance will be crucial. You will translate intricate legal requirements into actionable business strategies, directly impacting the company's ability to scale its innovative energy solutions and achieve its ambitious ROI goals. This role demands a proactive approach to risk management and a deep understanding of the energy transition's legal frameworks.

Posted Date

April 13, 2026