At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a leading law firm and work on high-value energy projects.
- Company: Top international law firm with a focus on the power sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and exposure to global clients.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for travel and growth.
- Why this job: Become an expert in the dynamic power and renewables sector.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with 3-8 years' experience in energy or commercial law.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Leading international law firm is looking to hire a mid-to-senior Associate to join their high-ranking Power team based in Edinburgh.
Role Profile:
- The role will give exposure to the full spectrum of areas in this sector, including: Commercial, Regulatory, Other regulated utility sectors such as gas and water.
- The work regularly involves advising a broad range of some of the world’s leading energy companies, independent developers and project financiers on some of the highest value and most innovative transactions and projects in the UK and internationally.
- Advising sectoral clients on their day-to-day regulatory and commercial matters.
- Working alongside a highly experienced and specialised team to gain a deeper understanding of the legal, industry and commercial arrangements across the power and renewables sector.
- Becoming a recognised sector expert.
Candidate Requirements:
- The successful candidate will be a qualified lawyer ideally with 3 to 8 years’ experience in the energy sector from a corporate, construction or commercial background.
- Excellent professional track record within a large law firm.
- Experience in handling high value clients in major blue chip companies.
- Excellent analytical and drafting skills.
- A commitment to learning about the intricacies of the power and renewables sectors.
- A willingness to travel.
- The ability to understand the economic, technical and financial context within which the legal and regulatory advice is provided.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-disciplinary team on larger projects and transactions.
- Well-organised with strong administration and time management skills.
- The ability and drive to meet demanding deadlines.
Power Lawyer in Midlothian employer: Thomson LRC
Join a well-regarded mid-tier Scottish law firm in Glasgow, where you will be supported in your career development as a newly qualified Employment Lawyer. With a friendly and professional work environment, you will gain exposure to high-quality employment law matters while working closely with experienced partners, ensuring ample opportunities for growth and technical expertise. The firm values collaboration and offers a competitive salary alongside excellent long-term career prospects.
We think you need these skills to ace Power Lawyer in Midlothian
Analytical Skills
Drafting Skills
Knowledge of Energy Sector
Regulatory Knowledge
Commercial Awareness
Project Management
Ability to Work Independently
