Solicitor
Posted 1 week ago by Service Care Solutions
£85,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Edinburgh
Summary: The role of Solicitor within the Natural Resources, Forestry and Climate Change Branch involves providing legal advice on climate change and environmental matters, particularly in relation to the implementation of the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill. This interim position covers maternity leave and offers the opportunity to work on high-profile legal issues that are a priority for the Minister. The post-holder will engage with officials and Ministers, assessing legal risks and drafting legislation. This role supports Scotland's environmental and climate priorities while allowing for flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide in-depth legal advice on climate change and natural environment matters to officials, senior officials, and Ministers
- Assess legal risk and lawfulness, recommending strategies to manage or mitigate issues
- Advise on the exercise and scope of Ministers’ functions and duties in a fast-paced environment
- Draft legislation, including Scottish and UK Statutory Instruments
- Handle potential judicial review matters
Key Skills:
- Solicitor or advocate entitled to practise in Scotland
- Strong legal analysis skills, considering multiple sources of information
- Ability to communicate complex legal issues effectively in a strategic and practical context
Salary (Rate): £62,111 yearly
City: Edinburgh
Country: Scotland
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Service Care Solutions are looking for a Solicitor to join the Natural Resources, Forestry and Climate Change Branch within the Marine, Planning and Natural Resources Division. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a varied and high-profile workload in an area of significant Ministerial priority. The role is available on an interim basis to cover maternity leave. The post-holder will provide legal advice on a broad range of matters, including climate change, emissions reduction, biodiversity, forestry regulation, and the implementation of the recently passed Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in primary and secondary legislation and contribute to Scotland’s environmental and climate priorities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide in-depth legal advice on climate change and natural environment matters to officials, senior officials, and Ministers
- Assess legal risk and lawfulness, recommending strategies to manage or mitigate issues
- Advise on the exercise and scope of Ministers’ functions and duties in a fast-paced environment
- Draft legislation, including Scottish and UK Statutory Instruments
- Handle potential judicial review matters
Role Criteria:
- Solicitor or advocate entitled to practise in Scotland
- Strong legal analysis skills, considering multiple sources of information
- Ability to communicate complex legal issues effectively in a strategic and practical context
Job Title: Solicitor – Natural Resources, Forestry and Climate Change Branch (Maternity Leave Cover)
Division: Marine, Planning and Natural Resources (within SGLD)
Contract: Interim until 1 June 2027 (around 12 month)
Work Arrangement: Full-time or part-time; Hybrid working with flexibility
Salary: Negotiable (open to candidate setting their own rate ) Minimum £62,111+ (payeINC: £276.66/ LTD day rate:£326.04)
Role Closes: Monday 11th May 2026
How to apply? This role offers the chance to work on challenging and high-profile legal matters while contributing to Scotland’s environmental protection and climate policy. Flexible full-time or part-time working and hybrid arrangements support a healthy work-life balance. Interested candidates should contact:(url removed) or call on: (phone number removed).