Infrastructure Projects Lawyer (4+PQE)
JMC Legal Recruitment - livingston, central scotland
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This multinational firm holds an unparalleled reputation in the Projects and Infrastructure market. With a Tier 1-ranked team based in Edinburgh, they are regularly instructed on some of the highest-value and most complex projects globally. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, become a Senior Associate (4+ PQE) and join a Top 25 UK firm with access to internationally significant work and a prestigious client base, this is your chance to do so. RoleAs a senior member of this Tier 1-ranked Projects & Infrastructure team, you will play a central role in advising on some of the most complex, high-value and high-profile infrastructure developments in the UK and overseas. This is a unique opportunity to join a team that is trusted by major public bodies, global investors and private developers to deliver legal solutions on projects that have real-world impact.Your work will span the entire project lifecycle, from initial planning and procurement which will often involve transport (rail, road, aviation), health and social infrastructure, utilities, defence and renewable energy (onshore and offshore wind, hydro, biomass, and solar), giving you the chance to work on developments that are not only high-value but also socially significant and environmentally strategic.You will work closely with specialists across planning, real estate, construction, finance, and procurement to deliver cohesive legal strategies. This collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach is key to the success of the projects you’ll help lead.As a Senior Associate, you will also take on a client-facing role, building trusted relationships, mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to business development. The team is actively growing in Scotland and you will be a key figure in shaping its future and expanding its market share.Your ExperienceIs an ambitious individual with a minimum of 4 years PQE Ability to independently manage a complex and varied workload Excellent verbal/written communicator with first-rate interpersonal skillsIs commercially aware and has a real interest in the subject matterHas a proactive, innovative and value-adding mindsetA genuine passion for the Infrastructure and Projects industryBenefits & OpportunitiesWorking for a Top 25 and globally renowned employer in an award-winning teamExposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value workFirst-rate career development opportunitiesHandsome salaryLucrative bonusExcellent benefits package including bonus, well-being considerations, financial protection measures and enhanced leaveIf you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at tilly@/ 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.
Created: 2025-07-23