Senior Environmental Lawyer – National Firm
📍 UK-wide (London or remote)
7–14 PQE | Permanent or FTC
A leading national law firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Lawyer (7–14 PQE) to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded Partner specialising in complex regulatory environmental matters.
The Role
* Acting on regulatory environmental defence work, advising and representing clients in environmental prosecutions and enforcement actions.
* Supporting major real estate and corporate clients on the environmental aspects of transactions.
* Opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile matters with top-tier clients.
* Flexibility for permanent, interim, or fixed-term contract arrangements.
The Candidate
* Minimum 7/8 years’ PQE in environmental law (regulatory and/or corporate support).
* Experience in defending environmental cases is highly desirable.
* Corporate support experience with large real estate or corporate clients is beneficial.
* Must be a genuine environmental specialist – H&S regulatory experience is not relevant for this role.
* Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads.
Location & Flexibility
* Can be based in any of the firm’s offices (London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield).
* Fully remote arrangements will also be considered.
* Open to senior candidates seeking short-term or contract roles.
This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental lawyer looking to take on a senior role at a leading national practice, with the chance to shape a busy and high-profile practice area.
If you would like to be considered please send your CV to charlotte.pember@idexconsulting.com