Senior Associate - Environment

Are you a talented Environment Senior Associate with 7+ years PQE, looking to join a large, progressive Environment department? Progress your legal career in this Top 20 international law firm, renowned for their unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and a dynamic approach to law.
The Firm:
This multinational firm has an unparalleled reputation for providing exemplary service across a range of sectors. It has numerous Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers top-ranked departments, as well as countless ranked individuals and rising stars. It is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to both the quality of the work, the ongoing staff development and the working culture.

Despite its size, notable growth and strong profits, staff at the firm report a friendly and warm working environment and a management team who genuinely care for their workers.

The firm has won numerous awards in recognition of the outstanding quality of the work produced, as well as for successfully cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international clients, as well as some of the foremost UK businesses and organisations and to receive support from some of the premier legal talent in the UK.

Culturally, the business has a cutting-edge and innovative feel which is balanced by the friendly and collaborative nature of the office environment.

The Role:
This is a stand out opportunity for an Environment Senior Associate to join this top 20 City of London law firm.

Within this role you will be;

• Advising on Biodiversity Net Gain and Nutrient Neutrality for developers;
• Advising on natural capital projects in the UK and/or overseas;
• Advising on carbon offsetting projects in the UK and/or overseas;
• Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements in relation to BNG, Nutrient Neutrality, natural capital investment, carbon offsetting and other ecosystems services outcomes; and
• Advising on other climate & sustainability matters, including climate reporting, extended producer responsibility and supply chain measures.
• Advising on the establishment and operation of natural capital projects, including habitat banks for Biodiversity Net Gain and Nutrient Neutrality, carbon offsetting and other ecosystems services.
• Drafting and negotiating of section 106 agreements and conservation covenants to secure natural capital projects.

The Ideal Candidate:

• A solicitor with 7+ years of PQE.
• You will have good organisational skills.
• You will have enthusiasm for intellectually challenging work.

Benefits:

• Market-leading salary and excellent benefits with clear and structured progression paths.
• A flexible and friendly working environment and a supportive team culture
• Exposure to large, high-profile UK and international issues.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Environment Senior Associate with 7+ years PQE, to join this Top 20 law firm in London.
Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to contact Alex Rollinson at JMC Legal Recruitment for a confidential conversation.