Renewable Energy Solicitor – Central Belt

Frasia Wright Associates; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates is seeking a Renewable Energy Solicitor to join its leading team in Glasgow. The role covers a broad workload including drafting and negotiating exclusivity agreements, options and leases, and supporting due diligence for major transactions across wind, solar, storage and marine energy.

The position suits candidates with 2–6 years’ PQE, either from energy or related commercial property backgrounds, with training and opportunities to participate in industry events and

Qualifications

• 2–6 years PQE in energy sector or related field
• Experience drafting exclusivity agreements, options and leases
• Willingness to participate in industry events and thought leadership

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate exclusivity agreements, options and leases for energy projects
• Support due diligence processes for major transactions
• Advise clients on energy matters across onshore/offshore wind, solar, battery storage and marine energy

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Due diligence

Job description

This well-established Scottish law firm is currently recruiting a solicitor to join its leading Renewable Energy team, based in the Central Belt. The firm advises a high-profile client base that includes developers, landowners, funders, investors, communities, and planning authorities, with a strong reputation across Scotland’s renewables industry.

The role offers a broad and stimulating workload, including drafting and negotiating exclusivity agreements, options and leases, and supporting due diligence processes for major transactions. You will assist clients on legal matters across a variety of projects, including onshore and offshore wind, hydro, solar (both rooftop and ground-mounted), battery storage, and marine energy.

This position is suited to candidates with 2–6 years’ PQE, either with experience in the energy sector or from a commercial property or rural background seeking to transition into this fast-growing and dynamic area. You will be supported with training and encouraged to actively participate in industry events and thought leadership opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity with a dynamic firm offering hybrid working, sector leadership, and clear pathways for development.

Renewable Energy Solicitor – Central Belt • Glasgow