Real Estate Solicitor (Energy) – Glasgow /Edinburgh

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:

• Onshore and offshore wind developments
• Solar PV farms and hybrid renewables
• Battery storage and grid infrastructure
• Hydrogen and emerging clean energy technologies
• Large-scale infrastructure corridors , ports, and energy hubs

Your work will focus on the real estate elements of these deals, including:

• Site acquisition and assembly for development projects
• Option agreements, leases, wayleaves, and easements
• Due diligence for project finance and M&A transactions
• 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:

• Qualified in Scotland , England & Wales , or dual-qualified
• 2–4+ PQE , ideally with experience in the property aspects of energy/infrastructure deals
• Strong technical grounding in real estate law and exposure to complex land or project work
• Passionate about the renewable energy sector and contributing to the UK’s net zero goals
• A confident communicator with a collaborative, client-focused mindset

What’s on Offer:

• A collaborative, high-performing team with real depth in both real estate and energy law
• Access to market-leading projects and blue-chip clients
• Flexible hybrid working (typically 2–3 days in the office)

Competitive salary, generous bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package

• Location: Glasgow /Edinburgh

  Region: Scotland

  Country: UK

  Salary: 65,000 - 88,000

  Specialisation: Construction/Property/Real Estate, Energy & Resources

  Sector: Law firm

  Role Position: Associate

  Contract Type: Permanent

  Hours: Full Time

  Experience Level: Mid Level (2-5 years)

  PQE: 1-3 years, 4-6 years

  Reference Number: NMJ-PL-16753