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Professional Development Lawyer (Projects) – Glasgow/Edinburgh/Hybrid

Frasia Wright Associates

City of Edinburgh

Hybrid

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

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Job summary

A top-tier law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Professional Development Lawyer to enhance legal practices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years PQE, experience in legal innovation, and a deep understanding of the energy and transport sectors. This role offers significant influence on strategy and mentoring within a dynamic team. The position supports hybrid working arrangements and is perfect for those eager to contribute to impactful legal services.

Qualifications

  • Experience in legal innovation and knowledge creation.
  • Familiarity with energy and transport industries.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct legal research and develop precedents.
  • Prepare client updates and support transactional work.
  • Mentor colleagues and contribute to practice strategy.

Skills

Legal research
Drafting precision
Analysing complex legal issues
Communication

Education

Minimum of 4 years PQE

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Professional Development Lawyer (Projects) – Glasgow/Edinburgh/Hybrid, Edinburgh

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a top-tier legal team as a Practice Development Lawyer in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

The role is ideal for an experienced lawyer with a minimum of 4 years’ PQE level, whether currently fee-earning or already in a knowledge-focused position, who is passionate about legal innovation and enjoys creating high-quality know-how, supporting transactional work, and delivering impactful training.

You will play an essential part in legal research, developing precedents, preparing client updates, supporting deals, and mentoring colleagues. Your insights will also help shape strategy, marketing, and business development initiatives. A deep understanding of the energy and transport industries, both in the UK and internationally, is essential, along with a proven ability to draft with precision, analyse complex legal issues, and communicate clearly.

This is a career-enhancing opportunity to influence practice development at one of the world’s most connected and diverse law firms.

If this position is of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Teddie or Cameron for a confidential discussion. (Assignment 17144)

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