speculative property developer jobs in Haddington

You will take ownership of your client files and collaborate with other fee earners and partners, playing a key role in the team’s continued success and growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team on a full-time basis, with a clear career development path.

You will be a confident people manager who supports and develops their team, and will have a strong background in customer service, ideally within housing or a similar public facing environment.

You will be highly motivated and passionate about improving outcomes for our customers, and skilled at balancing empathy with performance management.

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You should have relevant real estate experience and a strong interest in clean energy transactions. Although prior experience in clean energy is preferred, it is not essential, as training will be provided if necessary. This is an opportunity to collaborate with experienced colleagues and provide advice to some of the leading players in the renewable energy industry.

You will work closely with colleagues across multiple practice areas to deliver integrated advice, acting as a trusted adviser with discretion and empathy. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and the ability to work independently.

You will also support housebuilders from site acquisition through to the sale of completed homes. The position offers a varied and engaging workload with significant client interaction in a fast-paced environment. Applications are welcomed from ambitious candidates at all levels of post-qualification experience.

You will have at least 4 years’ PQE and demonstrate strong legal and technical expertise in commercial property law. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, commercially aware, and able to deliver practical advice, while also building strong relationships, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to business development.

You will have substantial knowledge of the Real Estate sector, strong research abilities and an understanding of the likely practical implications of legal changes.

You will be responsible for updating and maintaining the precedent bank, thought leadership, and working on innovation projects as well as the following:

You will be joining a supportive, collaborative team that values technical skill, client care, and a forward-thinking approach. This is a unique opportunity to work with high-profile clients on some of the most interesting and dynamic rural property work in Scotland.

You will be involved in a range of work, including business development, incorporation and business services, company secretarial services, acquisitions and disposals, commercial contracts, and the protection, exploitation, and acquisition of intellectual property. Support for business development will be provided; however, you must be driven and technically excellent to also lead the department.

You will advise a diverse range of commercial clients, leading on the negotiation and completion of property sales, acquisitions, leases, and development agreements. The role also involves supporting and mentoring junior colleagues, contributing to business development, and strengthening client and agent relationships.

Our client, a successful UK law firm, is seeking a passionate and driven Real Estate Associate to join its highly recognised team in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. The team advises a diverse range of clients, including developers, investors, corporate occupiers, and banks. In this role, you will work on a variety of commercial property and real estate finance matters, supporting premium clients...

You will manage client relationships throughout the conveyancing process and contribute to maintaining the firm’s high standard of service.

You will have the opportunity to work with an experienced team, delivering top-tier advice to a wide range of public and private sector clients, including some of Scotland’s largest landowners and leading rural sector bodies.

This prominent Scottish law firm is currently recruiting for a qualified Solicitor to join its growing Real Estate Litigation team in either Edinburgh or Glasgow. The team works hands-on with a diverse range of clients, from small businesses to large international organisations. The firm is keen to hear from candidates with 4-6 years’ PQE and expertise in property disputes and general litigation...

This leading Scottish Law Firm seeks a Solicitor or Associate to join its Non-Contentious Construction Team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The team advises on major property development, regeneration, engineering, and energy-sector projects across the UK, working with developers, contractors, public bodies, funders, and consultants. The role includes drafting and negotiating construction documents,...

You will also assist in developing client e-services, drafting and updating legal precedents, and capturing valuable insights from fee earners.

Our client is seeking a Real Estate Lawyer to join its Rural Business team based in Edinburgh. The role will sit within the Real Estate practice area. The role involves a wide range of work and responsibilities include: Purchase and sale of estates, farms, and forestryOngoing legal advice to estates and rural businessesAdvising on Contentious and non-contentious matters relating to agricultural...

You will represent high-profile clients on a variety of large-scale, nationally significant infrastructure projects including solar, battery, offshore/onshore wind, and hydrogen. Applicants should have a minimum of 2 years’ PQE, with proven experience in the property aspects of energy and infrastructure projects.

You will provide advice on a range of matters involving planning and environmental law including dealing with the following: Negotiating planning obligation agreementsPlanning and environmental due diligence for developers and fundersMatters arising from property and corporate transactions