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Environmental Sustainability Lawyer -Senior Associate
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About the role
The role-holder will be joining a small team within a broader Environmental tax team and so will be able to take on responsibility early, with real prospects for quick progression, while enjoying the support of a team of around 18 permanent members. The team's clients include household names and FTSE 100 multinationals, with the role holder expected to have client contact from Day 1.
The team also focuses on emerging regulation, and staying ahead of the market, making it an exciting and modern place to work, with a fast-paced and entrepreneurial atmosphere. This approach, and the team's agility, also means that ideas are welcomed from all grades, and there is the opportunity to develop your practice and suggest new offerings at a relatively junior level. Diverse perspectives are welcome, and team members are encouraged to bring their whole self to work.
What your days will look like
Giving detailed legal advice, and commercial/strategic advice, on a range of emerging Sustainability laws, with an environmental focus.
Managing project progress, deliverables, and internal and external stakeholders
Giving presentations and supporting with business development activities including pitches and proposals
Upskilling themselves and other team members of emerging legislation
Managing trainees and cross-functional teams within PwC
Conducting legal research
This role is for you if
UK [or EU] qualified lawyer (1-6 PQE)
Specific subject matter expertise in Environmental and Sustainability Regulation.
Experience advising on CSRD and CSDDD, as well as wider aspects of the EU’s Green Deal
Familiarity with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)
Experience working with broader “E” of “ESG” / Sustainability regulations in the UK and EU such as Extended Producer Responsibility, Single Use Plastics, Greenwashing prevention, Ecodesign and Deforestation laws.
Self-starter willing to upskill quickly on emerging regulation.
Experience advising on global or Europe-wide projects, as well as giving legal advice on domestic law in the UK.
Excellent project management skills and experience leading workstreams with a degree of independence appropriate to/ahead of PQE
What you'll receive from us
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions.
We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.

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