A leading international law firm with a strong Scottish presence is looking to recruit an experienced Real Estate Lawyer (2–4+ PQE) to join its nationally recognised Energy & Infrastructure team. This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK’s energy transition, supporting some of the country’s most ambitious and high-value renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
This role sits within a dedicated real estate practice that is fully embedded in the firm’s wider Energy & Infrastructure offering, providing specialist advice across the lifecycle of projects, from development and land assembly through to financing, disposal, and operation.
What You’ll Work On:
You’ll act for a range of high-profile clients across the UK and internationally, including utilities, developers, institutional investors, and major corporates. Projects include:
1. Onshore and offshore wind developments
2. Solar PV farms and hybrid renewables
3. Battery storage and grid infrastructure
4. Hydrogen and emerging clean energy technologies
5. Large-scale infrastructure corridors, ports, and energy hubs
Your work will focus on the real estate elements of these deals, including:
6. Site acquisition and assembly for development projects
7. Option agreements, leases, wayleaves, and easements
8. Due diligence for project finance and M&A transactions
9. Working alongside planning, construction, and regulatory specialists to deliver seamless, full-lifecycle advice
You’ll be supported by an expert team led by nationally recognised partners, and work closely with specialists across real estate, energy, and finance.
The Ideal Candidate:
10. Qualified in Scotland, England & Wales, or dual-qualified
11. 2–4+ PQE, ideally with experience in the property aspects of energy/infrastructure deals
12. Strong technical grounding in real estate law and exposure to complex land or project work
13. Passionate about the renewable energy sector and contributing to the UK’s net zero goals
14. A confident communicator with a collaborative, client-focused mindset
What’s on Offer:
15. A collaborative, high-performing team with real depth in both real estate and energy law
16. Access to market-leading projects and blue-chip clients
17. Flexible hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in the office)
Competitive salary, generous bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package