Construction Senior Associate or Legal Director

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join its infrastructure team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value development and energy infrastructure projects, requiring strong commercial acumen and extensive experience in non-contentious construction law.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Flexible working arrangements

Exposure to high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ post-qualification experience in non-contentious construction law.
• Proven track record in handling large-scale projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support on construction matters related to major property developments.
• Advise on a wide range of construction documents.
• Play a central role in energy and engineering projects.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Drafting skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Senior Associate / Legal Director – Non-Contentious Construction (8+ PQE)
Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow (Hybrid Working Available)

A leading UK law firm is seeking a highly experienced construction lawyer (non-contentious) to join its dynamic infrastructure team at Senior Associate or Legal Director level. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a top-tier practice involved in complex, high-value development and energy infrastructure projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support on construction matters related to major property developments and regeneration schemes.

• Advise on a wide range of construction documents, including development agreements, building contracts, professional appointments, bonds, and guarantees.

• Play a central role in energy and engineering projects, particularly in sectors such as onshore wind, hydro, battery storage, solar, and tidal energy.

• Act as a trusted advisor to a diverse client base including developers, contractors, consultants, funders, and public sector bodies.

Candidate Profile:

• A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 8 years’ post-qualification experience in non-contentious construction law.

• Proven track record in handling large-scale projects from inception to completion.

• Strong commercial acumen, drafting skills, and a collaborative mindset.

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive remuneration package.

• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking, collaborative team at a prestigious firm.

• Flexible working arrangements with offices in central Edinburgh or Glasgow.

• Exposure to high-profile, cutting-edge infrastructure and energy projects.

To express interest or request a confidential discussion, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email [e-mail]