Environmental Lawyer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Dalkeith; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Environmental Lawyer to join their dynamic team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the UK, providing strategic advice on environmental regulations, handling contentious issues, and supporting major infrastructure initiatives. You will collaborate with top specialists in Energy, Infrastructure, and Real Estate sectors, ensuring exceptional client service and contributing to business development. If you are a commercially aware lawyer with a proactive approach, this is your chance to advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

First-class training

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Early responsibility

Qualifications

• 7+ years' PQE in Environmental Law with a focus on contentious work.
• Experience in regulatory enforcement and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on environmental regulations.
• Support major infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

Skills

Environmental Law

Litigation

Regulatory Compliance

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Environmental Senior Lawyer – 7+ years' PQE

Are you an experienced Environmental Lawyer ready for your next challenge? Join a leading practice in Edinburgh or Glasgow, known for its work on high-profile projects across the UK.

About the Role:

As a senior Environmental Lawyer, you’ll handle a diverse range of environmental and regulatory matters, including:

1. Strategic advice on environmental regulations and contract negotiations
2. Regulatory enforcement, litigation and contentious environmental issues
3. Supporting major infrastructure and renewable energy projects
4. Collaborate with top specialists in a dynamic team working across Energy, Infrastructure and Real Estate sectors

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a commercially aware, technically excellent lawyer with:

• 7+ years' PQE in Environmental Law, particularly Contentious Work or Litigation
• Experience delivering exceptional client service in a regional or practice setting
• A proactive approach to business development and mentoring

On Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive team environment
• First-class training, career development and progression opportunities
• Early responsibility and client relationship management