Marine Law Assistant Solicitor – Hybrid Edinburgh

Service Care Solutions; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Solicitor to join a busy Marine Legal Unit in Edinburgh. The role involves delivering legal support on marine matters, assessing legal risks, and providing advice to senior officials. Candidates should hold a Scottish Practising Certificate and have strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a negotiable salary starting from £60,010, full-time or part-time options available.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct rigorous legal analysis using multiple information sources.
• Proven ability to communicate complex legal issues effectively.
• Track record of delivering legal advice on complex areas.

Responsibilities

• Deliver in-depth legal analysis of legislation and advise stakeholders.
• Assess lawfulness and legal risk, providing clear recommendations.
• Communicate legal and technical issues clearly to stakeholders.
• Draft legislation and manage issues associated with statutory instruments.

Skills

Legal analysis

Effective communication

High-quality legal advice

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Scottish Practising Certificate

Job description

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Solicitor to join a busy Marine Legal Unit in Edinburgh. The role involves delivering legal support on marine matters, assessing legal risks, and providing advice to senior officials. Candidates should hold a Scottish Practising Certificate and have strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and a negotiable salary starting from £60,010, full-time or part-time options available.