Environmental Regulatory Lawyer 7+ pqe

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Environmental Lawyer (7–14 PQE). This role involves advising clients on regulatory environmental issues and managing complex cases. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in environmental law, supporting major corporate clients and managing caseloads independently. The position offers flexibility, allowing for both remote and office-based work across various locations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7/8 years’ PQE in environmental law.
• Experience in defending environmental cases is highly desirable.
• Corporate support experience with large real estate or corporate clients is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Acting on regulatory environmental defence work.
• Supporting major clients on environmental aspects of transactions.
• Advising and representing clients in environmental prosecutions.

Skills

Environmental law expertise

Client representation

Regulatory compliance

Complex caseload management

Job description

Overview

Senior Environmental Lawyer – Firm. UK-wide (London or remote). 7–14 PQE | Permanent or FTC. A leading law firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Lawyer (7–14 PQE) to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded Partner specialising in complex regulatory environmental matters.

The Role

• Acting on regulatory environmental defence work, advising and representing clients in environmental prosecutions and enforcement actions.
• Supporting major real estate and corporate clients on the environmental aspects of transactions.
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile matters with top-tier clients.
• Flexibility for permanent, interim, or fixed-term contract arrangements.

The Candidate

• Minimum 7/8 years’ PQE in environmental law (regulatory and/or corporate support).
• Experience in defending environmental cases is highly desirable.
• Corporate support experience with large real estate or corporate clients is beneficial.
• Must be a genuine environmental specialist – H&S regulatory experience is not relevant for this role.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads.

Location & Flexibility

• Can be based in any of the firm’s offices (London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield).
• Fully remote arrangements will also be considered.
• Open to senior candidates seeking short-term or contract roles.

This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental lawyer looking to take on a senior role at a leading practice, with the chance to shape a busy and high-profile practice area.

If you would like to be considered please send your CV to [e-mail]