PROJECT FINANCE LAWYER (0–2 PQE)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global law firm in Edinburgh as a Junior Project Finance Lawyer, where you'll work on innovative finance projects in energy and infrastructure. Collaborate with a diverse client base and receive mentorship from top partners in a wellness-focused office environment, with genuine opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Comprehensive range of benefits

Mentorship from leading partners

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 0-2 years qualified in Scotland or England & Wales.
• Strong interest in finance and infrastructure work.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on major infrastructure and energy project financings.
• Support transactions across renewables, oil and gas, social housing, and utilities.
• Draft and negotiate a broad range of finance documentation.

Skills

Drafting skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Job description

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Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

Take your legal career to new heights with a global law firm that’s redefining the future of finance and infrastructure. With a strong foothold in the energy, infrastructure, and real estate sectors, our client leads the charge on innovative project finance work across the UK and internationally. Their Edinburgh office is a hub of activity – home to a dynamic team delivering on some of the most exciting renewable energy and infrastructure transactions in the market. Here, you’ll collaborate with a diverse client base, from international banks to cutting-edge energy developers, all while working in Scotland’s first WELL-certified law office, designed with your well-being in mind.

Role:

As a Junior Project Finance Lawyer, you will:

• Advise on major infrastructure and energy project financings.
• Support transactions across renewables, oil and gas, social housing, and utilities.
• Work with lenders, sponsors, investors, and developers.
• Be involved in cross-border matters and international deals.
• Draft and negotiate a broad range of finance documentation.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm’s extensive UK and international network.

Requirements:

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is 0-2 years qualified in Scotland or England & Wales.
• Has a strong interest in finance and infrastructure work.
• Possesses excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Works confidently with clients and thrives in a team environment.
• Is commercially aware and keen to grow in a fast-paced, specialist team.

What’s on offer for you:

• An attractive salary package with a comprehensive range of benefits.
• Work on market-leading project finance transactions.
• Exposure to high-profile energy and infrastructure work.
• Mentorship from leading partners in a collaborative, supportive team.
• A modern, wellness-focused office in central Edinburgh.
• Genuine opportunities for progression in a top-ranked practice.

Apply today to join a top-ranked team where your potential will be nurtured and your work will make a difference!