Are you a legal professional with a passion for shaping the legal landscape in environmental and regulatory law We're looking for a
Senior Solicitor
to join a dynamic legal team at the heart of environmental governance and public interest work. Location: Flexible within Scotland Salary: £55,000 per annum basic + competitive package Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Senior Solicitor - The Role: In this role, you will provide expert legal advice on niche and evolving areas of law, directly influencing how new and existing legislation is interpreted and implemented across a public-facing organisation. You will play a key role in advising on legislative developments, supporting the organisation's contributions to policy-making, and ensuring robust legal understanding across operations. Senior Solicitor - Key Responsibilities: - Deliver specialist legal counsel on complex statutory and regulatory matters, including advice on new legislation and its practical application - Develop and maintain deep expertise in a defined area of public or environmental law, becoming the principal legal authority within the organisation on this topic - Analyse and interpret intricate legal texts, such as retained EU law, case law, and scientific documentation, to provide comprehensive legal insights - Communicate detailed legal advice clearly and effectively to both internal teams and external partners, supporting strategic and operational objectives - Collaborate on the creation and delivery of training and guidance materials on new legal frameworks - Assist in preparing for and defending against legal challenges to regulatory decisions, including supporting appeals and judicial reviews - Represent the organisation in appeal processes, drafting legal arguments and engaging with solicitors, tribunals, and other bodies - Supervise and mentor junior legal colleagues, fostering excellence in legal service delivery and promoting continuous improvement Senior Solicitor - You: - You're a qualified solicitor with substantial experience in administrative, environmental, or regulatory law - You thrive on complexity, communicate with clarity, and are confident offering guidance that shapes both policy and practice - You're also a team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and lifting others around you Senior Solicitor - Benefits: - A meaningful role within a mission-led organisation - Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options - Opportunities for continued professional development - A supportive, expert team environment - Strong pension and leave benefits This is your chance to use your legal expertise to contribute to impactful change across a high-profile public sector landscape. To submit your CV for this exciting
Senior Solicitor
opportunity, please click ‘Apply' now!
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