Property Solicitor

Sse Plc

The Role

Overview

Legal advice & drafting for property transactions supporting transmission network projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • legal advice
  • property transactions
  • contract drafting
  • lease agreements
  • team support
  • net zero

Tasks

-Provide high quality, pragmatic legal advice in relation to a variety of transactional property work including acquisitions, leases and agreements for substations, overhead lines and other key project deliverables. -Work as an integral part of the legal team and the wider business, supporting business representatives to achieve those goals. -Develop your legal and drafting skills in this high profile and rapidly evolving sector. Much of SSEN Transmission’s business is underpinned by complex, high value and strategic property transactions required to deliver Net Zero goals.

Requirements

  • qualified solicitor
  • 5 years
  • property contracts
  • client management
  • interpersonal skills
  • risk aware

What You Bring

-Excellent ability to manage workload and manage and deliver to client expectations. -Experience of advising on, drafting and negotiating property contracts, with ability to negotiate and advise on complex issues. -Qualified as a Solicitor in Scotland with up to 5 years post qualifying experience in a property role. -Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong and collaborative partnerships based on trust. -Strong property awareness, with the ability to provide legal advice on both day-to-day matters and more complex issues in a risk-aware and solutions focused way.

The Company

About Sse Plc

-SSE is a pioneering force in the energy sector, committed to delivering sustainable energy solutions. -Founded with a vision to revolutionize the energy landscape, SSE has grown into a major player in both energy generation and infrastructure development. -With a focus on wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources, SSE has consistently led the way in sustainable energy production. -The company is known for undertaking large-scale projects, including renewable energy plants and energy transmission networks. -SSE also plays a significant role in infrastructure development, working across multiple sectors including utilities, transport, and commercial sectors. -A standout achievement for SSE was the completion of one of the largest offshore wind farms in Europe. -The company’s dedication to reducing carbon emissions and contributing to the global shift toward clean energy is evident in its portfolio of green projects. -SSE’s expansion into international markets has further solidified its position as a leader in the renewable energy space.

Sector Specialisms

Onshore Wind

Offshore Wind

Hydro Power

Flexible Thermal Generation

Solar

Battery Technologies

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Distribution

Carbon Capture

Hydrogen Storage

Electricity Generation

Gas Production

Gas Storage

Telecoms Networks

Energy Supply

Distributed Energy

M&E Contracting

Rail Businesses

Business Energy Supply

Public Sector Energy Supply

Renewables

Flexible Power Stations

Pumped Storage Hydro

Run-of-River Hydro

Energy Portfolio Management

Security Clearance

-criminal records check required -credit check required