In-House Public/ Regulatory Lawyer

Company: Thomson LRC
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

Job Description

Junior Lawyer- Public / Regulatory / Energy Law (12 Month Contract)

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Location: Glasgow 

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Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred

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Experience Level: Circa NQ –5 years PQE

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Role Profile:

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Leading UK Regulator is looking to hire a Junior Lawyer to join their in-house legal team, with a focus on public law, regulatory law, and energy law. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience on complex, high-impact matters in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role is immediately available. 

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Responsibilities included:

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  • Advising on public and administrative law matters, including statutory interpretation and regulatory frameworks.
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  • Supporting regulatory compliance and risk assessments.
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  • Assisting with legal research, drafting, and review of legal documents, policies, and submissions.
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  • Working on matters related to energy regulation, infrastructure projects, and sector-specific legislation.
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  • Liaising with regulatory bodies, government authorities, and external counsel.
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  • Supporting dispute resolution and contentious regulatory matters when required.
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  • Monitoring legal and regulatory developments relevant to the sector.
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Candidate Requirements:

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  • Qualified lawyer with circa NQ- 3 PQE. 
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  • Ideally, you will have experience in public law, regulatory law, and/or energy law (candidates with general commercial are also invited to apply).
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  • Strong legal research and drafting skills.
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  • Good understanding of regulatory environments and government processes.
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On Offer:

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  • Exposure to high-profile and meaningful legal work.
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  • Competitive salary and benefits. 
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  • Supportive team environment with strong mentoring.
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  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
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To Apply:

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For a confidential discussion about this position, to request the full job description or to apply, please click on the Apply Button. 

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Posted: August 2nd, 2026