In-House Opportunities – Scotland

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking in-house lawyers for diverse roles across the UK, focusing on commercial contracts, regulatory issues, and innovative projects. With opportunities ranging from part-time to full-time positions, candidates with PQE experience are encouraged to apply. This dynamic environment offers flexibility, collaboration with public and private sectors, and the chance to contribute to significant projects, including those aimed at achieving Net Zero goals. Join a forward-thinking team where your legal expertise will play a crucial role in driving impactful change.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE required for legal roles in various sectors.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for Net Zero projects and commercial contracts.
• Engage in policy development and stakeholder management.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Regulatory Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Legal Advice

IP Law

Risk Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE)

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

FWA In-house Focus

FWA continues to be instructed on a range of interesting in-house legal positions, from large international businesses to public sector roles. Recently, there has been an increase in demand for lawyers interested in making this move. If you are seeking a new challenge as an in-house lawyer at any level, please contact us for a confidential discussion or visit our website. Here are some opportunities we currently offer:

• Infrastructure Finance and Programmes/Net Zero – Edinburgh (Assignment 17004)
• Lead legal support for the Net Zero Buildings team, focusing on heat networks, decarbonization, and innovative funding models.
• Requires 4+ years’ PQE. Provide legal and commercial guidance on heat network projects, collaborating with public/private sectors to meet Scotland’s Net Zero goals.
• Engage in policy development, stakeholder management, and project support from feasibility to procurement.

• Commercial Contracts – Edinburgh (Assignment 17027)
• Manage a variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, licensing, risk management, and compliance.
• Requires 3+ years’ PQE with strong experience in commercial contracts and independent working ability.
• Fixed-term (3 months), mainly office-based with some flexibility.

• Interim Legal Counsel – Edinburgh (Assignment 16975)
• Provide legal advice on commercial contracts, regulatory issues, and corporate governance.
• Work closely with the CFO, handling board resolutions and compliance matters.
• Requires 2+ years’ PQE. Part-time (3-4 days/week), hybrid work model with 50% remote work.

• Part-time Legal Counsel – Glasgow (Assignment 16498)
• Review contracts, support negotiations, and advise on risk management.
• Requires 5+ years’ PQE with strong commercial contracts and regulatory knowledge.
• Part-time (2-3 days in-office), flexible working arrangements available.

• Contracts (Technology) – Glasgow (Assignment 16980)
• Draft, review, and negotiate tech contracts, including licensing and digital projects.
• Requires 5+ years’ PQE in IT or commercial contracts, with expertise in IP, data protection, and security.
• Full or part-time (4 days/week), working with procurement and legal teams.

• Commercial Contracts – Glasgow (Assignment 13866)
• Handle commercial, outsourcing, and supplier agreements in an in-house retail setting.
• Requires 3-5+ years’ PQE in commercial, tech, and IP law, especially media-related.
• Flexible location: Glasgow-based, hybrid, or fully remote, with part-time options.

• Business Banking – Glasgow (Assignment 17046)
• Support legal aspects of Business Banking products, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Requires 5+ years’ PQE in financial services, with expertise in risk and EU regulations. Competitive salary and benefits.