Real Estate Energy Lawyer

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

Job summary

A leading Scottish firm is seeking a skilled lawyer (1-4 PQE) for their Real Estate Energy team in Edinburgh. This role offers diverse, high-value work on large-scale energy projects, alongside top lawyers, providing excellent opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working practices

Market-leading remuneration package

Qualifications

• Real Estate Solicitor with energy expertise or desire to specialize.
• Strong client relationship skills required.
• Experience in commercial property and energy sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in high-calibre transactions across energy and renewable projects.
• Advisory and transactional work on developments with offshore and onshore technologies.
• Client handling includes FTSE 100 companies and high-value work.

Skills

Ability to manage a diverse caseload

Build strong client relationships

Passion for commercial property

Energy sector expertise

Education

Qualified Solicitor

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 Edinburgh 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