E&W Real Estate Energy (Associate or Senior Associate)

Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure Associate / Senior Associate - E&W Qualified

Edinburgh or Glasgow Hybrid Working

A leading international law firm is looking to appoint an Associate or Senior Associate to join its highly regarded Real Estate Energy & Infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in nationally significant projects that are helping to drive the UK's transition to a net-zero economy.

The successful candidate will advise on the property aspects of complex energy, renewables and infrastructure projects across the UK, working alongside experienced specialists on market-leading matters. The team acts on a broad range of developments including onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage, hydrogen, energy-from-waste, heat networks, EV charging infrastructure, airports and ports.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on the real estate aspects of major energy and infrastructure projects.
• Drafting and negotiating options, leases, development agreements and other project documentation.
• Leading title investigations, land assembly exercises and due diligence work.
• Supporting major infrastructure delivery and consenting projects.
• Working directly with developers, investors, landowners, funders and public bodies on high-value transactions.
• Collaborating with colleagues across real estate, planning, construction, corporate, finance and regulatory disciplines.

About You

Applications are welcomed from England & Wales qualified solicitors with at least 2 years' PQE and a strong background in commercial real estate. Experience within the energy, renewables, infrastructure or development sectors would be advantageous.

You will also demonstrate:

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• An interest in the energy transition and infrastructure sector.
• A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to team growth and business development initiatives.

What's on Offer

The firm offers exposure to exceptional quality work, genuine opportunities for progression, flexible hybrid working and a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including bonus potential, private medical insurance and enhanced parental leave.