Projects Lawyer (2-5 PQE) in Edinburgh

Job description

OurPublicLaw &Projectsteamadvisespublicand privatesectorclients across a range ofprojectsand has asignificanttrack record acting onprojectsin the heat networks, waste, health, local government,educationand PPP sectors. We pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant and engaging work environment that makes our legal team an absolute joy to be a part of. We believe that a positive workplace not only boosts productivity but also fuels creativity and camaraderie among our team members. We are now looking for a 2-5 PQE lawyer to join the team. This role can be based out of our Leeds, Newcastle or Edinburgh offices. What does the team do? Gone are the days of dry legal jargon and monotonous routines. Our collaborative culture ensures that every day brings something new to learn, explore, and celebrate. You'll be part of a diverse group of professionals who believe in supporting one another while embracing creativity along the way. We advise on some of the most complex and high profile infrastructure and services projects which the public sector delivers and which make a tangible difference to people's lives. We have a particular expertise in delivering green infrastructure such as heat networks which deliver low carbon heat and will play an important role in decarbonising the UK. You'll see yourself involved in all aspects of projects from inception,procurement, completion, through to the operational phase including front-end contract strategy, project documentation, contract variation, regulatory matters and risk management acrossour sectors. Clients include local government, central government departments, NHS Trusts, contractors, funders, universities and other public sector bodies. What does the ideal candidate look like? We're looking for a skilled contracts lawyer with experience of working with both public & private sector clients.Ideally, we are seeking someone who has a background as a Projects Lawyer with experience in the waste & heat networks sector, but more importantly you will have a genuine enthusiasm for contract law and the aspiration to deliver a first class service to our clients. We are open to candidates operating both in-house and in private practice. As a Projects Lawyer with us, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge initiatives, ranging from ground breaking projects to decarbonise cities to innovative regeneration ventures. Picture yourself negotiating deals that shape cities, drafting contracts, and providing legal counsel that delivers the infrastructure needed for our daily lives. Our vibrant and passionate team understands that our projects is not just about paperwork; it's an adventure that unfolds daily. You'll need to draft and review contracts, ensuring accuracy & clarity and utilise your knowledge of public sector regulations to navigate complex contract matters. To be successful in this role, you'll need as a minimum: Have at least 2 years of post qualified experience as a UK (England, Wales or Scotland) Solicitor. Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate sophisticated commercial contracts. Experience of working with contracts involving the public sector. Experience in the waste & heat networks sector would be advantageous but is not a must. What makes it great to work here? We continuallywork hard to create an open culturethatsetsusapart from other firms.Ourculture givesusmuch more of a humanfeel,emphasisingthatwe're more than just suits! As signatoriesto the Mindful Business Charter, it's important to usthatourpeople are able to maintain healthy and happy lives, both in and out of work. We have a number of resources andinitiativesdesigned tosupporthealth and wellbeing and we're very happy to talk flexible working, full-time or part-time working patterns. Through our DEI initiativeswe create anenvironment in which difference is valued. We have an Diversity, Equity and InclusionGroup, led by ourBoard Sponsor, which workswithourcolleague networks (we currently have firm supported networks for race, ethnicity, and cultural heritage, LGBTQ+, disabilities, families, and women's career development and we're in constantdialoguewithourpeople about how we expandournetworks to bettersupporteverybody). Find out more about ED&I at WBD here . We encourageapplicants from all social backgrounds,ethnicities,disabilities, genderidentities and sexualorientations. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long term condition and need us to make any adjustments to give you the best possible recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the recruiter on the right hand side of this page. We are an in-house recruitment team and will always aim to fill our roles directly in the first instance. If you're an agency, please click here for ways that you can work with us.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Edinburgh

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Bar Staff / Waiters and Waitresses

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English