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Environmental Standards Scotland

In-house Solicitor

LocationEdinburgh, Scotland
SetupOn-site
LevelMid
Posted2w ago
Policy & Advocacy

Quick answer

Environmental Standards Scotland is hiring a mid-level In-house Solicitor in Edinburgh, Scotland, to provide legal advice and support on a broad range of matters, including environmental law, public law, and corporate governance, with a compensation of £49,401 per annum.

Role
In-house Solicitor
Organization
Environmental Standards Scotland
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
Work setup
On-site
Level
Mid
Compensation
£49,401 pa
Category
Policy & Advocacy

The role

Environmental Standards Scotland is hiring an In-house Solicitor to provide legal advice and support on a broad range of matters, including environmental law, public law, and corporate governance. The role involves working with the Principal In-house Solicitor and collaborating with colleagues across the organization.

What you'll do

  • Provide legal advice on a broad range of matters
  • Assess lawfulness and legal risk
  • Identify where external legal advice is required
  • Build a comprehensive understanding of the legal, strategic, and policy landscape
  • Draft and review legal processes and guidance
  • Represent ESS at external fora

What it takes

  • Experience within an environmental or public law context
  • Proven experience of exercising reliable legal judgement
  • Strong communication skills
  • Significant planning and organisational skills
  • Minimum of one year of post-qualification experience within an environmental, regulatory or public law context
  • Valid practicing certificate or equivalent

What you'll bring

Legal adviceLegal risk assessmentExternal legal advice managementLegal researchEnvironmental lawPublic law

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Edinburgh, Scotland.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is £49,401 per annum.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include experience within an environmental or public law context, proven experience of exercising reliable legal judgement, strong communication skills, significant planning and organisational skills, and a minimum of one year of post-qualification experience within an environmental, regulatory or public law context.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted by visiting the Environmental Standards Scotland website.

Is the job remote?

The job is based in an in-office setting.

How to apply

Apply directly on Environmental Standards Scotland's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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