Senior Projects Solicitor
* Job Number: 558094
* Closing at: Apr 16 2026 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Glasgow, Perth or Reading
Salary: £62,000 - £82,000 + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The Role
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a well-established and collaborative Legal Team as a Senior Projects Solicitor, supporting a diverse portfolio of renewable and thermal energy projects across the UK and Ireland. You’ll form part of our team of commercial, construction and projects lawyers working on commercial, route to market, construction and services contracts. You’ll play a meaningful role in shaping projects that contribute to a more sustainable future, with exposure to technologies including wind, solar, hydro, battery and hydrogen. Working in a supportive, purpose-led environment, you’ll be encouraged to share your perspective, build strong relationships, and provide thoughtful legal guidance that helps projects and people thrive.
You Will
- Partner closely with colleagues, project teams and corporate functions to provide clear, practical legal advice on commercial and construction matters
- Build trusted, collaborative relationships across the business, fostering openness and shared success
- Support a wide range of projects, from operational assets to new developments, contributing to meaningful outcomes
- Undertake legal work in-house and engage external lawyers where appropriate
- Contribute to a culture of knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and alignment with strategic goals
You Have
- Qualification as a solicitor in Scotland and/or England & Wales, with 5+ years’ PQE
- Experience of commercial and/or construction matters, including drafting and negotiating agreements
- The ability to manage priorities with care and confidence, supporting complex, high-value projects
- A collaborative and solutions-focused approach, with the confidence to offer constructive challenge
- Strong communication skills and a calm, resilient mindset when navigating complexity or change
Experience in the energy or utilities sector is advantageous but not essential. If you think you would be a good fit for this role we would love to hear from you
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
At SSE, we've created a culture of integrity, quality, responsibility and ethical behaviour. Our Legal division protect our culture by ensuring our actions are legally sound and in line with business priorities. They identify legal risk, provide advice on regulatory and statutory obligations, and help each SSE business meet its strategic goals.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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