Real Estate Energy Associate

Real Estate Energy Associate

Location: Glasgow | Team: Tier 1, L500 Ranked Department | Salary: Lucrative salary + excellent benefits package

The Role

For many lawyers, the idea of relocating is driven by a desire for better work-life balance, but often comes with the worry that it will mean stepping away from complex, high-quality work. In Scotland, in their thriving legal market, that simply isn\’t the case. Scotland has quickly become a hub for major Real Estate Energy work, offering lawyers the chance to work on nationally significant developments while enjoying a more sustainable pace of life, lower cost of living and a genuinely supportive professional culture. Combining the sophistication of top-tier legal work with an exceptional quality of life, from the vibrant cities to the stunning countryside, makes it an increasingly attractive destination for ambitious solicitors looking to progress without compromise. This opportunity sits within a Tier 1, L500-ranked Real Estate Energy team, working on some of the UK\’s most exciting and large-scale projects across offshore and onshore wind, solar, battery storage, hydrogen and major infrastructure developments. You will advise leading developers, investors and public bodies on high-value transactions spanning Scotland and the wider UK market, gaining exposure to truly market-leading work alongside some of the sector\’s most respected lawyers. Whether you are already based in Scotland as an English/Welsh qualified solicitor or considering a strategic relocation, this role offers the rare chance to accelerate your career while enjoying everything Scotland, and Glasgow in particular, has to offer.

The Work

• Advise developers, investors, funders and public bodies on major energy and infrastructure projects
• Act on the property aspects of project development, financing, acquisitions and disposals
• Work across a broad range of sectors including offshore wind, onshore wind, solar, battery storage, hydrogen, transmission infrastructure, interconnectors and EV projects
• Draft and negotiate complex real estate documentation for nationally significant developments
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across planning, corporate, finance and construction teams
• Manage a varied caseload spanning high-value UK-wide transactions
• Build and develop strong client relationships with FTSE 100 companies, household-name brands, SMEs and public sector bodies
• Support business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the Real Estate Energy practice

Your Experience

• 4-8 years\’ PQE in Real Estate, with experience in energy and infrastructure projects
• Qualified in England & Wales or dual-qualified in both Scotland & England/Wales
• Strong technical ability with a commercial, solutions-focused mindset
• Genuine interest in the energy and infrastructure sector
• Confident in managing complex matters and engaging directly with clients
• Collaborative team player who enjoys working in a high-performing environment

Why This Role?

• Join a Top 25 firm, in a Real Estate Energy team at the forefront of the UK energy transition
• Exposure to large-scale, nationally significant energy and infrastructure projects
• Work alongside some of the most respected Real Estate Energy lawyers in the market
• Clear pathway for progression with outstanding training and development support
• Competitive salary, lucrative bonus scheme and flexible, market-leading benefits
• A genuinely supportive culture with a strong focus on wellbeing and work-life balance

If you\’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at tilly@jmc-legal.com or 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.