With nearly 20% growth in the past year, this firm are offering the opportunity for you to join a business investing in Scotland, where you will benefit from a global platform, strong client synergies and robust support to grow your practice.

Firm

This multinational firm has an unparalleled reputation for providing exemplary service across a range of sectors. It has numerous Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers & Partners top-ranked departments, as well as countless ranked individuals and rising stars.

Despite its size, notable growth and strong profits, staff at the firm report a friendly and warm working environment and a management team that genuinely cares for their employees.

Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international and UK clients and to receive support from some of the premier legal talents in the UK. Culturally, the business has a cutting-edge and innovative feel which is balanced by the friendly and collaborative nature of the office environment.

The firm has an ambitious and scintillating growth plan which you could be a key player in supporting as you concurrently raise the bar of your own career.

Role

Join a top-tier Planning & Environmental team working on some of the most high-profile and technically complex projects in the UK.

Upon joining the firm, you will play a central role in advising on major infrastructure and clean energy developments, drawing on the strength of market-leading Real Estate, Energy and Projects teams. With strong Scottish roots and an expanding national and global client base, this is a pivotal opportunity to lead and grow within a dynamic, future-facing practice.

You’ll work on planning matters across a wide range of energy and infrastructure projects, including:

• Onshore/offshore wind
• Tidal and hydro power
• Anaerobic digestion and battery storage
• Nuclear, hydrogen, and carbon capture
• Environmental impact and consenting strategy

Some key highlights of this role would include:

• A platform of well-established energy clients, developers, utilities, funders and investors
• High-quality work through integrated referrals from construction, corporate and commercial teams
• Real investment in your growth like consistent mentoring, business development support and team-building resources
• Cutting-edge tech and innovation to help you focus on high-value advisory work
• A collaborative, non-political culture where your voice will be heard

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior planning lawyer with a strong track record and a passion for renewable energy and infrastructure.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is an experienced Planning Partner
• Seeking a role where they can get out of the office, meet clients and develop business
• Desire to take on the best quality work and enhance their reputation as a leading lawyer in the field
• Has the ability to train, mentor and support junior lawyers
• Commercially minded with a proactive, innovative and value-adding approach

What’s on offer

• An opportunity to join a prestigious team at a Top-15 firm
• A platform to enhance your practice
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
• First-rate career development opportunities
• A flexible working culture, making sure all your working needs are met
• Clear career development opportunities
• Generous salary
• Excellent package including financial protection measures, well-being considerations and favourable holiday/leave entitlements

Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Jules Grieve at 0131 460 7747/jules@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.