Senior Environmental Lawyer – National Firm

UK-wide (London or remote)

7–14 PQE | Permanent or FTC

A leading national law firm is seeking a Senior Environmental Lawyer (7–14 PQE) to join its growing team. This is an opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded Partner specialising in complex regulatory environmental matters.

The Role

• Acting on regulatory environmental defence work, advising and representing clients in environmental prosecutions and enforcement actions.
• Supporting major real estate and corporate clients on the environmental aspects of transactions.
• Opportunity to work on a wide range of high-profile matters with top-tier clients.
• Flexibility for permanent, interim, or fixed-term contract arrangements.

The Candidate

• Minimum 7/8 years’ PQE in environmental law (regulatory and/or corporate support).
• Experience in defending environmental cases is highly desirable.
• Corporate support experience with large real estate or corporate clients is beneficial.
• Must be a genuine environmental specialist – H&S regulatory experience is not relevant for this role.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads.

Location & Flexibility

• Can be based in any of the firm’s offices (London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield).
• Fully remote arrangements will also be considered.
• Open to senior candidates seeking short-term or contract roles.

This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental lawyer looking to take on a senior role at a leading national practice, with the chance to shape a busy and high-profile practice area.

If you would like to be considered please send your CV to charlotte.pember@idexconsulting.com