Structured and Project Finance Lawyer at Pinsent Masons in Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

legal advisory

project finance

renewable financing

green loans

debt financing

acquisition advice

Working as TII’s counsel to advise on the procurement of the Dublin Metrolink project, a large civil engineering project in the Republic of Ireland.
Continuing to advise Flogas (part of DCC Group Plc, a FTSE 100 company) in relation to its project to convert the National Grid liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility at Avonmouth into a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage terminal with room to store 34,564 tonnes of LPG.
Acting for Dalmore Capital as lead legal adviser on operational PFI projects.
Acting for NTR on the €370m portfolio financing of 12 onshore wind projects.
Advising a development finance institution on its green loan to a South African financial institution to help finance its climate finance business by funding green projects including distributed generation/renewable energy, waste energy, sustainable transport and green buildings across several other African countries.
Acting for a development financial institution and its co-lenders in relation to the debt financing of the Takoradi Port Project in Ghana.
Advising Boralex on the c£130m financing of the 106MW Limekiln wind farm project with National Westminster Bank and Export Development Canada
Acting for an international financial institution in relation to the financing of a telecommunications network in sub-Saharan Africa.
Acting for the Port of Aberdeen on a loan from Scottish National Investment Bank
Advising National Westminster Bank on the c£190m financing of the c220MW North Kyle wind farm project.
Acting for NatWest, AIB and Sabadell on the portfolio financing of five anaerobic digestion projects.
Advised a consortium comprising Arcus European Infrastructure (“Arcus”) and GLIL Infrastructure on the acquisition (and co-investment and financing) of the entire issued share capital of Smart Meter Assets 1 Ltd (“SMA”), an energy infrastructure provider in the UK, from Brookfield Infrastructure Partners.

Requirements

energy experience

team player

agile

academic

communication

project management

ideally have gained experience in a large commercial firm with an established energy practice
be a team player with the ability to forge strong working relationships with colleagues in an agile environment
DFIs active in Africa
have a strong academic background and excellent communication and organisational skills
be well-organised and have good project management skills

Benefits

We invest in our team and have a first-class training and career development programme, monthly 121s, career discussions and semi-annual appraisals. Our training reflects our position as a market leader in communications and sourcing. Our training will assist you to develop as a specialist with valuable sector knowledge and the ability to deliver "best of breed" services.
Early responsibility and opportunities to develop client relationships.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

19th century

Founded

Established in the 19th century, the firm has a long-standing history in the legal industry.

Focus on innovation and client-centered solutions supporting diverse industries.
Work spans high-profile infrastructure, energy, and technology projects worldwide.
Legal expertise covers construction law to commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
Reputation for delivering complex, cross-border projects with a collaborative approach.
Notable recent projects include advising on major renewable energy projects and global infrastructure initiatives.
Deep specialization in sectors such as energy, real estate, and transport.
Growth driven by commitment to excellence and ability to adapt to new challenges in the legal landscape.

Culture + Values

Approachable – down‑to‑earth, respectful; always open to support and advice, fostering two‑way collaboration.
Bold – prepared to take calculated risks, push boundaries, innovate and engage in honest conversations.
Connected – strong relationships internally and externally, working effectively together and staying connected to suppliers and communities.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2040

Global Sustainability Target

Achieved global net-zero target validated by Science Based Targets initiative, covering all scopes of emissions.

50% Emission Reduction

Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Target

Committed to reducing absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.

100% Renewable Energy

Sustainable Electricity Commitment

Aiming to source 100% renewable electricity across global estate by 2030.

40% Energy Reduction

UK Office Efficiency

Achieved a 40% reduction in energy consumption across UK offices since 2014.

Committed to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
Pre-pandemic UK offices saw a 30% reduction in energy consumption – one year ahead of targets.
All single-use plastic disposables removed from UK catering; 100% of UK waste diverted from landfill.
Print volumes cut by ~75% since 2014; device numbers significantly reduced.
Engaging in Smart Buildings and Demand Side Response programmes to optimise energy use and monitor supply chain environmental performance via CDP.
Rolling out science-based emissions targets for SME suppliers, aiming for 50% of spend to be covered by suppliers with validated targets by 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

33rd Rank

Social Mobility Index

Ranked 33rd in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2024, featured on the Social Mobility List 2024.

7 Year Streak

Top-10 Employer

Consistently ranked in the top-10 Working Families employers for seven consecutive years.

3,500 Employees

Legal Team & Workforce

~1,900 in the legal team, including ~490 partners, across an overall workforce of ~3,500 employees.

Recognised as Stonewall Top Global Employer in 2023.
Active inclusion network groups: Disability & Wellbeing, Family Matters, Female Futures, LGBT+, FREE (Faith, Race, Ethnicity, Equality), Neurodiversity, Inclusion Allies.
Benchmarked as Disability Confident Employer.

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Role

Description

legal advisory

project finance

renewable financing

green loans

debt financing

acquisition advice

Working as TII’s counsel to advise on the procurement of the Dublin Metrolink project, a large civil engineering project in the Republic of Ireland.
Continuing to advise Flogas (part of DCC Group Plc, a FTSE 100 company) in relation to its project to convert the National Grid liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility at Avonmouth into a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) storage terminal with room to store 34,564 tonnes of LPG.
Acting for Dalmore Capital as lead legal adviser on operational PFI projects.
Acting for NTR on the €370m portfolio financing of 12 onshore wind projects.
Advising a development finance institution on its green loan to a South African financial institution to help finance its climate finance business by funding green projects including distributed generation/renewable energy, waste energy, sustainable transport and green buildings across several other African countries.
Acting for a development financial institution and its co-lenders in relation to the debt financing of the Takoradi Port Project in Ghana.
Advising Boralex on the c£130m financing of the 106MW Limekiln wind farm project with National Westminster Bank and Export Development Canada
Acting for an international financial institution in relation to the financing of a telecommunications network in sub-Saharan Africa.
Acting for the Port of Aberdeen on a loan from Scottish National Investment Bank
Advising National Westminster Bank on the c£190m financing of the c220MW North Kyle wind farm project.
Acting for NatWest, AIB and Sabadell on the portfolio financing of five anaerobic digestion projects.
Advised a consortium comprising Arcus European Infrastructure (“Arcus”) and GLIL Infrastructure on the acquisition (and co-investment and financing) of the entire issued share capital of Smart Meter Assets 1 Ltd (“SMA”), an energy infrastructure provider in the UK, from Brookfield Infrastructure Partners.

Requirements

energy experience

team player

agile

academic

communication

project management

ideally have gained experience in a large commercial firm with an established energy practice
be a team player with the ability to forge strong working relationships with colleagues in an agile environment
DFIs active in Africa
have a strong academic background and excellent communication and organisational skills
be well-organised and have good project management skills

Benefits

We invest in our team and have a first-class training and career development programme, monthly 121s, career discussions and semi-annual appraisals. Our training reflects our position as a market leader in communications and sourcing. Our training will assist you to develop as a specialist with valuable sector knowledge and the ability to deliver "best of breed" services.
Early responsibility and opportunities to develop client relationships.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

19th century

Founded

Established in the 19th century, the firm has a long-standing history in the legal industry.

Focus on innovation and client-centered solutions supporting diverse industries.
Work spans high-profile infrastructure, energy, and technology projects worldwide.
Legal expertise covers construction law to commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
Reputation for delivering complex, cross-border projects with a collaborative approach.
Notable recent projects include advising on major renewable energy projects and global infrastructure initiatives.
Deep specialization in sectors such as energy, real estate, and transport.
Growth driven by commitment to excellence and ability to adapt to new challenges in the legal landscape.

Culture + Values

Approachable – down‑to‑earth, respectful; always open to support and advice, fostering two‑way collaboration.
Bold – prepared to take calculated risks, push boundaries, innovate and engage in honest conversations.
Connected – strong relationships internally and externally, working effectively together and staying connected to suppliers and communities.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2040

Global Sustainability Target

Achieved global net-zero target validated by Science Based Targets initiative, covering all scopes of emissions.

50% Emission Reduction

Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Target

Committed to reducing absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.

100% Renewable Energy

Sustainable Electricity Commitment

Aiming to source 100% renewable electricity across global estate by 2030.

40% Energy Reduction

UK Office Efficiency

Achieved a 40% reduction in energy consumption across UK offices since 2014.

Committed to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
Pre-pandemic UK offices saw a 30% reduction in energy consumption – one year ahead of targets.
All single-use plastic disposables removed from UK catering; 100% of UK waste diverted from landfill.
Print volumes cut by ~75% since 2014; device numbers significantly reduced.
Engaging in Smart Buildings and Demand Side Response programmes to optimise energy use and monitor supply chain environmental performance via CDP.
Rolling out science-based emissions targets for SME suppliers, aiming for 50% of spend to be covered by suppliers with validated targets by 2025.

Inclusion & Diversity

33rd Rank

Social Mobility Index

Ranked 33rd in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2024, featured on the Social Mobility List 2024.

7 Year Streak

Top-10 Employer

Consistently ranked in the top-10 Working Families employers for seven consecutive years.

3,500 Employees

Legal Team & Workforce

~1,900 in the legal team, including ~490 partners, across an overall workforce of ~3,500 employees.

Recognised as Stonewall Top Global Employer in 2023.
Active inclusion network groups: Disability & Wellbeing, Family Matters, Female Futures, LGBT+, FREE (Faith, Race, Ethnicity, Equality), Neurodiversity, Inclusion Allies.
Benchmarked as Disability Confident Employer.

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Careers at Pinsent Masons

Pinsent Masons Insights

Pinsent Masons News