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Environmental Lawyer

£40.4 - £46.9 per hourEstimated
Full-time

Your new company
You'll be joining a well‑established, forward‑thinking organisation recognised for its strength in delivering high‑quality legal and business services across multiple sectors. The firm offers a collaborative, inclusive culture with a strong focus on professional development, innovation and long‑term career growth.

Your new role
You'll play a key role in advising clients on complex environmental and sustainability issues across major transactions, regulatory investigations and high‑impact projects. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you'll deliver strategic, commercially focused guidance while helping shape environmental risk, compliance and policy outcomes.

What you'll need to succeed
You'll bring a solid foundation in environmental law, typically gained over 3+ years' PQE, with experience spanning both contentious and non‑contentious matters. Your ability to manage investigations, advise confidently on complex regulatory issues and work collaboratively across teams will be key to succeeding in this role.

What you'll get in return
You'll enjoy the benefits of working within a progressive, sustainability‑focused practice that offers meaningful exposure to high‑value environmental work and clear opportunities to advance your career. You'll also benefit from a competitive salary and a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

What you need to do now
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Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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