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Environmental Solicitor

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Pertemps Network Group

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United Kingdom , Birmingham

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65000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year
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Job Description:

This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile transactional and regulatory matters with real-world environmental impact, advising a diverse client base across a wide range of sectors.

Job Responsibility:

  • You will be responsible for advising on the environmental and sustainability aspects of national and international transactions, including those involving real estate, corporate, finance, restructuring, infrastructure and projects
  • The role will also involve assisting with environmental investigations and prosecutions, providing stand-alone commercial environmental advice, and representing clients across a range of regulatory matters
  • You will advise on contentious and non-contentious environmental matters
  • Handle environmental regulatory investigations and enforcement issues
  • Provide strategic advice on environmental compliance, risk and enforcement
  • Contribute to business development initiatives and the continued growth of the environmental practice

Requirements:

  • Applications are sought from Environmental Solicitors with a minimum of 4 Years PQE
  • Proven experience advising on contentious and/or non-contentious environmental matters
  • Experience handling regulatory investigations
  • Strong knowledge of environmental regimes including waste, contaminated land, nuisance, environmental permitting, producer responsibility, waste and chemicals regulation
  • A commercial and pragmatic approach with strong communication skills
  • Confident and personable, with the ability to manage stakeholders at all levels
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams
What we offer:
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Genuine career progression

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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