Environmental & Rural Property Solicitor (1 year+)

Job Description

A highly respected UK law firm headquartered in Scotland is seeking a solicitor join its Real Estate team, with a focus on environmental law, rural property, and natural capital.

The firm is widely recognised for its inclusive culture, legal expertise, and strong presence across key sectors. It continues to grow in size, revenue, and reputation, offering lawyers the opportunity to develop their careers within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

This role sits within a specialist team advising on the legal aspects of rural property, environmental regulation, and sustainability-driven land use. The successful candidate will have the chance to support a wide variety of clients, including estates, landowners, forestry investors, and developers involved in energy and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling rural land transactions, including the purchase and sale of estates, farms, and forestry assets
• Advising on environmental matters such as natural capital, carbon sequestration, and biodiversity projects
• Supporting landowners on renewable energy and infrastructure developmentsDraftin
• g and negotiating title documentation, option agreements, wayleaves, and servitudes
• Providing strategic legal advice on rural development, planning, and land reform

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified solicitor with 1+ years’ PQE in real estate, rural property, or environmental law
• Strong understanding of property transactions, title review, and land-based legal issues
• Excellent communication, drafting, and organisational skills
• A genuine interest in rural affairs, sustainability, and the environment
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor looking to carve out a niche in a growing area of law with one of Scotland’s leading legal employers.

For more information please contact Melissa Tang @ G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or apply with an up to date CV.