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 lawYou thrive on complexity, communicate with clarity, and are confident offering guidance that shapes both policy and practiceYou're also a team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and lifting others around youSenior Solicitor - Benefits :
A meaningful role within a mission-led organisationFlexible working arrangements and hybrid optionsOpportunities for continued professional developmentA supportive, expert team environmentStrong pension and leave benefitsThis 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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