Real Estate (Energy) Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm seeks an experienced Real Estate Lawyer with 2–4+ PQE to join its Energy & Infrastructure team in Scotland. This role involves supporting high-profile renewable energy projects, offering a collaborative environment and access to market-leading clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate law and a passion for the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to market-leading projects

Qualifications

• 2–4+ PQE with experience in property aspects of energy/infrastructure deals.
• Strong technical grounding in real estate law.
• Passionate about the renewable energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Act for high-profile clients on renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
• Site acquisition and assembly for development projects.
• Due diligence for project finance and M&A transactions.

Skills

Real estate law

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Qualified in Scotland, England & Wales, or dual-qualified

Job description

Job Description:

A leading international law firm with a strong Scottish presence is looking to recruit an experienced Real Estate Lawyer (2–4+ PQE) to join its nationally recognised Energy & Infrastructure team. This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition, supporting some of the country’s most ambitious and high-value renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

This role sits within a dedicated real estate practice embedded in the firm’s wider Energy & Infrastructure offering, providing specialist advice across the project lifecycle, from development and land assembly to financing, disposal, and operation.

What You’ll Work On:

You’ll act for high-profile clients across the UK and internationally, including utilities, developers, institutional investors, and major corporates. Projects include:

• Onshore and offshore wind developments
• Solar PV farms and hybrid renewables
• Battery storage and grid infrastructure
• Hydrogen and emerging clean energy technologies
• Large-scale infrastructure corridors, ports, and energy hubs

Your work will focus on the real estate aspects of these deals, including:

• Site acquisition and assembly for development projects
• Option agreements, leases, wayleaves, and easements
• Due diligence for project finance and M&A transactions
• Collaborating with planning, construction, and regulatory specialists for seamless, full-lifecycle advice

You’ll be supported by an expert team led by nationally recognised partners, working closely with specialists across real estate, energy, and finance.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified in Scotland, England & Wales, or dual-qualified
• 2–4+ PQE, ideally with experience in property aspects of energy/infrastructure deals
• Strong technical grounding in real estate law and exposure to complex land or project work
• Passionate about the renewable energy sector and contributing to the UK’s net zero goals
• A confident communicator with a collaborative, client-focused mindset

What’s on Offer:

• A collaborative, high-performing team with deep expertise in real estate and energy law
• Access to market-leading projects and blue-chip clients
• Flexible hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in the office)

Competitive salary, generous bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.