Construction Lawyer in Edinburgh

Job description

Construction Lawyer

PQE: 1+ year

Salary: £60-70k

Team Size: Close-knit, led by experienced partners

Why This Opportunity?

Step into a vibrant environment where each day presents new challenges and opportunities. This full-service national Construction and Engineering team is renowned for delivering exceptional dispute resolution and transactional advice. Here's what makes this role exciting:

• Dynamic Projects: Dive into complex international infrastructure projects and domestic construction contracts. Your work will be diverse, ranging from drafting framework agreements to handling adjudications.
• Clientele Variety: Collaborate with an impressive array of clients, including government departments, major retailers, utility providers, and educational institutions. The client base is as varied as it is high-profile.
• Growth and Learning: With guidance from proactive partners, you'll refine your expertise and expand your knowledge in a supportive setting.

Your Role:

In this position, you'll be at the heart of both dispute resolution and transactional work:

• Dispute Resolution: Address issues like delay claims, defective workmanship, and more, while navigating through adjudications, arbitrations, and the Technology and Construction Court (TCC).
• Transactional Work: Collaborate on major projects in sectors like energy and transport, working closely with real estate, procurement, and banking teams to deliver comprehensive solutions.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Qualifications: Construction experience with 1+ year post-admission experience.
• Specialist Experience: Background in construction disputes or transactional matters.
• Skills You Bring: Strong academic prowess, excellent analytical skills, and an ability to provide concise, commercially aware advice.
• Team Player: Ability to work across offices and within multi-disciplinary teams is crucial.

What’s On Offer?

• Mentorship: Benefit from learning directly from seasoned partners.
• Professional Development: Opportunities abound for enhancing your technical knowledge and participating in business development.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values cooperation and effective communication across different locations.

Are you excited to explore this opportunity in detail and see how it aligns with your career aspirations?

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Edinburgh

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English