Environment Senior Associate – 7+ years PQE

 

📍 Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh
💼 Flexible & Hybrid Working

 

Description:

We are hiring on behalf of our client, a prestigious law firm recently recognised as a Top Ten Employer for Working Families 2024. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Associate (7+ years PQE) to join the largest dedicated Planning & Environment team in the UK.

This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of environmental law, advising high-profile clients on complex legal matters while playing a key role in business development and team leadership.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1️) Senior position within a market-leading team
2️) Opportunity to drive business development and shape the future of the practice
3️) Flexible & hybrid working in either Glasgow or Edinburgh

The Role:

• Provide high-level legal advice on planning and environmental matters, working with a diverse client base
• Handle a varied caseload, including regulatory compliance, environmental disputes, and development projects
• Play an active role in business development, client engagement, and marketing initiatives
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines to deliver innovative legal solutions

The Person:

• Qualified Lawyer with at least 7 years PQE in environmental law
• Experience working in a large regional or national practice
• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and support junior team members

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary & benefits package
• Opportunity to work within a high-profile, top-ranked legal team
• Flexible & hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
• A career-defining role in one of the most respected firms in the industry

Next Steps:

For more information and a confidential discussion, please contact Gary McMahon at Hunter Savage: