Nicholas Mansell

Nick is Senior Legal Counsel for the UK at Queequeg Renewables. He is a qualified lawyer and brings a wealth of experience advising on energy and infrastructure projects.

Queequeg’s Senior Legal Counsel, Nick Mansell, has a decade’s worth of legal expertise from his time at a leading international law firm, where his focus was advising private and public sector clients on the planning and consenting of major energy and infrastructure projects. In recent years, Nick has advised on numerous nationally significant renewables projects being consented under the Planning Act 2008.

Core areas of Nick’s legal experience include early strategic advice on projects, public consultation, drafting and interpreting legislation, third party agreements, reviewing environmental assessments and exercising land powers.

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“It is enormously exciting to be working for an ambitious developer like Queequeg which places an emphasis on building strong relationships with local communities where our projects are based.”

Nicholas Mansell

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What does your in-house legal role entail?

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There are two key interrelated functions of the role. The first component is advising on any legal issues arising to help ensure the efficient and effective operation of the company. Secondly, and equally as important, is supporting the development team in identifying risks and overcoming obstacles on projects by providing practical and commercial solutions.

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Why do you enjoy working in the renewables industry?

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The renewables sector is fundamental to achieving net zero and it is directly relevant to everyone: individuals, local communities, and society as a whole. Meanwhile, it is fast-paced, complex and constantly evolving, which ensures it is a fascinating industry to work in.

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What personality traits do you bring to Queequeg?

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I am an ambitious and personable individual. I thoroughly enjoy working collaboratively alongside colleagues of varying disciplines to achieve Queequeg’s aims and objectives.

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