Real Estate Energy Lawyer

JMC Legal Recruitment; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Scottish firm is seeking a skilled lawyer (1-4 PQE) to join their Real Estate Energy team in Aberdeen. This role offers diverse, high-calibre work on large-scale energy projects, providing excellent opportunities for professional development and exposure to top-tier clients within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

Competitive remuneration packages

Qualifications

• Real Estate Solicitor with energy expertise or a desire to specialise.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload.
• Passion for commercial property and the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Handle a range of transactions in large-scale energy projects.
• Provide transactional and advisory work.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Commercial Property Knowledge

Energy Sector Knowledge

Education

Qualified Solicitor (1-4 PQE)

Job description

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This leading Scottish firm are at the forefront of energy projects in the UK. They seek a skilled lawyer (1-4 PQE) to join their thriving Real Estate Energy team in their vibrant Aberdeen office.

For lawyers seeking a diverse workload with exposure to exciting, large-scale transactions spanning both the Scottish and UK markets, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing environment that will rapidly accelerate your professional development.

The Firm

This full-service Scottish firm is widely regarded as one of the finest sources of legal expertise in the UK and internationally. Their outstanding reputation often makes them the go-to firm for global clients, currently undertaking work across more than 100 jurisdictions.

Regularly recognised by both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners directories, this firm is committed to developing top legal talent in Scotland. Their consistent excellence is demonstrated by the number of individuals recognised in the L500 Hall of Fam, and many of their rising stars are celebrated as Next Gen Partners and Future Leaders.

The firm's work spans an extensive range of sectors, with core strengths in finance, renewables, real estate, private wealth and planning. Their diverse client base includes everything from global corporate giants to high-net-worth individuals.

With some of the best benefits and remuneration packages in Scotland, the firm also prides itself on fostering a supportive, cooperative culture that values work-life balance. Joining this firm will give you the opportunity to work alongside talented colleagues in an environment where you can continue to grow your skills and advance your career within a prestigious legal institution.

The Role

As part of this highly ranked and well-equipped Real Estate Energy team, you will gain exposure to a wide range of high-calibre national and international work. The role encompasses a variety of transactions across different asset classes, with a focus on large-scale energy and renewable infrastructure projects.

The role will involve working on developments that incorporate technologies such as offshore wind, onshore wind, solar, and battery storage. Responsibilities will include both transactional and advisory work.

Working with some of the UK's top Real Estate lawyers, your clients will include FTSE 100 companies, household-name brands, SMEs, and more. This diversity means you will handle a wide range of work varying in complexity, scale, and value, providing an ideal environment to further develop your legal expertise and take your career to new heights.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Real Estate Solicitor with energy expertise or a desire to specialise
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload, build strong client relationships, and contribute to business development
• A genuine passion for commercial property and the energy sector

What's on Offer

• The opportunity to work with a Top 100 UK firm outstanding, market-leading team
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality, high-value work
• Flexible working practices embedded in the firm's culture