Senior Environmental Lawyer – Edinburgh

Frasia Wright Associates; Haddington; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in Edinburgh seeks an experienced environmental lawyer at Principal Associate to Legal Director level, with at least seven years PQE, to join a market-leading practice.

You will handle a mix of advisory and transactional environmental matters, including permitting, waste regulation, chemical compliance and circular economy work, collaborating across jurisdictions and building lasting client relationships within a forward-looking team.

Qualifications

• Senior environmental lawyer with at least seven years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience in permitting, waste regulation, chemical compliance and circular economy.

Responsibilities

• Advisory and transactional work across environmental matters.
• Collaborate across practice areas and jurisdictions.
• Contribute to high-profile projects and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and nurture client relationships.

Skills

Environmental law

Permitting

Waste regulation

Chemical compliance

Circular economy

Client relationships

Job description

A top-tier international law firm is looking for an experienced environmental lawyer to join its team in Edinburgh. This senior position is suited to candidates at Principal Associate level up to Legal Director with at least seven years’ post-qualification experience and a strong foundation in environmental law.

Candidates with experience in permitting, waste regulation, chemical compliance, and circular economy matters will be particularly well suited to the role.

The role offers a mix of advisory and transactional work, with opportunities to collaborate across practice areas and jurisdictions. You’ll be involved in high-profile projects, contribute to strategic initiatives, and help shape the future of the team.

The successful candidate will be proactive, commercially minded, and eager to build lasting client relationships. A passion for environmental law and a desire to grow within a supportive and forward-thinking team are essential.

This is a chance to join a market-leading practice that values innovation, inclusion, and professional development, offering a platform for long-term career growth.