Planning & Infrastructure Consenting Associate

A leading UK law firm is seeking an Associate to join its highly regarded Planning & Infrastructure team in Scotland. Based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, this role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile and complex matters across the energy and utilities, real estate and transport sectors.

The role:

• Advising on planning law and infrastructure consenting regimes in Scotland and the wider UK
• Supporting major development and infrastructure projects, including energy and transport schemes
• Drafting and negotiating planning obligations and related agreements
• Advising on environmental, EIA, biodiversity and sustainability matters
• Supporting planning appeals, inquiries and judicial review proceedings
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across real estate, projects, corporate and finance teams
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development

Experience:

• Scots law qualified (or dual qualified), ideally NQ-3 years' PQE
• Experience or strong interest in planning and infrastructure consenting
• Backgrounds in planning, real estate, public sector, disputes or in-house desirable, including energy or government environments
• Ability to confidently draft legally effective documents reflecting client instructions
• Keen to develop legal skillset and continuous learning