Construction Disputes Associate, Senior Associate or Of Counsel

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Scotland is seeking a Contentious Construction Lawyer to join their Tier 1-ranked team. This role involves advising on contentious matters across construction, engineering, and energy. Competitive salary, flexible hybrid work, and a culture that champions diversity and inclusion are offered. Ideal for skilled solicitors looking to further their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Competitive salary and benefits

Private medical insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in Scotland or another common law jurisdiction.
• Experience or strong interest in contentious construction and infrastructure work.
• Track record in handling adjudications, mediations, court or arbitration proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Advising on contentious construction, engineering, and energy matters.
• Representing clients in adjudications, arbitrations, litigation, and mediations.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and thought leadership.

Skills

Contentious construction expertise

Strong communication skills

Experience in adjudications

Teamwork

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified solicitor in Scotland or another common law jurisdiction

Job description

Overview

Contentious Construction Lawyer – Associate to Of Counsel Level (Scotland)
Location: Edinburgh, Glasgow or Aberdeen
Sector: Infrastructure, Construction & Energy Disputes
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Level: Associate, Senior Associate, or Of Counsel

The Opportunity

Join a Tier 1-ranked team (Chambers & Partners) that acts on landmark disputes in areas including energy transition, healthcare, education, commercial development, and transport. The firm advises a diverse range of clients from major investors and contractors to public sector bodies and insurers.

You’ll be involved in

• Advising on contentious construction, engineering, and energy matters
• Representing clients in adjudications, arbitrations, litigation, and mediations
• Working closely with experienced partners and a dynamic legal team
• Contributing to business development initiatives and thought leadership

About You

• Qualified solicitor in Scotland or another common law jurisdiction
• Experience or strong interest in contentious construction and infrastructure work
• Track record in handling adjudications, mediations, court or arbitration proceedings
• Commercial awareness and the ability to provide pragmatic legal advice
• A proactive team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why Apply?

• Work with market-leading lawyers on cutting-edge cases
• Flexible hybrid working and progressive work-life balance policies
• Competitive salary and benefits package including bonus, private medical, and enhanced parental leave
• Culture that champions diversity, development, and inclusion at every level

Whether you're an ambitious associate or an experienced practitioner seeking a step up, this firm offers genuine opportunities for progression and development within a supportive and collaborative environment.

To find out more, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or apply online.