Senior Projects Specialist

1 month ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Burges Salmon Full time

The Opportunity

We are expanding our team to meet increasing client needs and are looking to recruit across various sectors, including renewable energy, defence, sustainable transport/infrastructure, and public sector procurement.

In joining Burges Salmon, you can expect to work and develop alongside market-leading experts, providing regulatory and commercial legal advice on complex and engaging projects.

The team is Tier 1 ranked and known for being one of the largest Projects Departments outside of London, with specialists singled out as 'leaders in their fields' (Legal 500, 2024).

What others say...

The team is recognised across various sectors in Chambers and Legal 500, and delivers the quality of service you would expect from a London City firm at Bristol rates.

We have been awarded the highest level recognition for the firm's commitment to our people.

  1. We will provide you with a collaborative environment, City-quality work and a transparent, structured path to advancing your career, guided by a supportive leadership team.

The Team

The team is known for being one of the largest Projects Departments outside of London, with specialists singled out as 'leaders in their fields' (Legal 500, 2024).

The Partners have a wealth of experience to impart and are very approachable and collaborative.

The Opportunity

We are expanding our team and are looking to recruit across various sectors, including renewable energy, defence, sustainable transport/infrastructure, and public sector procurement.

In joining Burges Salmon, you can expect to work and develop alongside market-leading experts, providing regulatory and commercial legal advice on complex and engaging projects.

Skills and Experience

  1. Relevant, practical experience providing regulatory and commercial legal advice on large-scale projects.
  2. Be a strong team player, with excellent interpersonal skills.
  3. Able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively.
  4. Be self-motivated and willing to learn.
  5. Demonstrable experience or interest within any of our key sectors.
  6. Must be a SRA or Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer.


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