Job Description
This well-established law firm is recruiting a Legal Director or Partner to join its Energy team in Edinburgh. This senior position reflects the firm’s commitment to the fast-evolving energy and utilities sector, advising on major infrastructure and renewable energy projects across Scotland and beyond.
The role will focus on supporting clients across the full life cycle of energy developments. Work includes site assembly and planning, grid connection and supply arrangements, project finance, and mergers and acquisitions, as well as advising on regulatory compliance and community ownership structures. The team advises developers, utilities, investors, funders, and public bodies on projects across technologies including wind, hydrogen, nuclear, battery storage, clean heat, and energy distribution.
Applicants should have at least 7 years’ PQE with extensive experience in energy law, ideally covering non-contentious construction, project finance, and regulatory issues. Stron...