Senior Associate/Ld/Partner, Energy & Infrastructure – Edinburgh/Glasgow

Frasia Wright Associates; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in the UK is seeking a Legal Director or Partner to lead the Energy and Infrastructure division from either Edinburgh or Glasgow. You will drive high‑profile clean energy projects and shape strategy for growth across Scotland and the UK.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years’ PQE, a proven ability to develop client relationships, and strong leadership to recruit and manage support staff as the practice expands. Excellent career progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ PQE in energy, infrastructure, or technology law.
• Demonstrated ability to lead major projects and grow client relationships.
• Proven track record in legal business development and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead major clean energy and infrastructure projects across Scotland and the UK.
• Develop business strategies to expand the firm's energy/IP/IT practice within Scotland.
• Recruit and manage an assistant to support expanding scope of work.

Skills

Energy & infrastructure law

Business development

Leadership

Team management

Job description

This leading UK law firm is currently recruiting a Legal Director or Partner to lead their Energy and Infrastructure division based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. As part of a UK-wide team, this position requires an individual with strong expertise in energy projects, particularly clean energy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading major clean energy and infrastructure projects.
• Developing business strategies to expand the firm’s Commercial IP/IT law practice within Scotland.
• Recruiting and managing an assistant to support the expanding scope of work.

The successful candidate must have at least 7 years’ PQE level, with proven capabilities in legal and business development, particularly in energy and technology law. This role offers a significant opportunity for career advancement in a dynamic environment, contributing to the firm’s growth in sustainable energy solutions.