Energy Project Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

Are you a 2-7 PQE Energy Projects Lawyer, who wants to join an exceptional UK firm and propel your career to the next level? This is the opportunity for you.

This award-winning Edinburgh-based team conducts some of the most impactful Energy Project work in Scotland.

With unmatched career development opportunities, a lucrative salary and a generous benefits package, this firm will provide you with everything you need to be successful in this competitive practice area.

The Firm

This innovative Top 50, multi-award-winning firm has expanded rapidly across the UK in recent years, largely due to its ability to deliver exceptional results for its prestigious client base. Management places a strong emphasis on hiring the best legal talent and ensuring staff thrive.

The firm's culture is a standout feature, with approachability and support permeating from top to bottom. Collaboration is at the core of the working model, and Partners make a point to dedicate time to train and mentor junior team members.

Many of the lawyers at the firm have received individual recognition for their expertise, including from the Hot 100 and the Legal 500 Hall of Fame. It is a hotbed for rising stars and ongoing professional development is a key factor in why staff stay with the business for long durations.

If you are an ambitious and motivated professional seeking to work for one of the country's prestigious law firms, this is an unparalleled opportunity. You'll develop a depth of expertise that could propel you to the top of your chosen practice area.

The Role

Join an award-winning team advising clients on cutting-edge, large-scale construction and renewable energy projects in the UK and abroad. You'll support major infrastructure developments, including wind, solar, and green energy initiatives, working with FTSE 100 firms, public bodies, and international clients.

Your role will include:

  • Consistently keep up with up-to-date Energy Projects market knowledge
  • Monitor your caseload with efficiency and attention to detail
  • Work closely on end-to-end projects with market-leading professionals
  • Giving varied commercial legal advice on high-profile, nationwide projects
  • Negotiate contracts on large-scale, international projects

With the team growing rapidly, this is an exciting opportunity to develop market-leading expertise and progress quickly within a prestigious firm.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Is an experienced Energy Projects Lawyer with at least 2+ years of relevant PQE
  • Enjoys a team environment and supporting junior colleagues in their development
  • Can manage a varied caseload and work with a range of clients
  • Is commercially aware and has strong technical knowledge
  • Constantly seeks self-improvement and professional development

What's on offer

  • An opportunity to work for a rapidly growing, highly revered Top 50 firm
  • Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work
  • First-rate career development and progression opportunities
  • Award-winning culture and ingrained flexible working
  • Highly competitive salary
  • Excellent package including financial protection measures, well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Tilly Scott at 0131 460 7747/tilly@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.

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