Construction Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Construction Solicitor to join its highly ranked Legal 500 team. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge construction projects that shape the future of the UK. With a focus on professional development, you'll collaborate closely with experienced colleagues and Partners, ensuring no barriers to learning. The firm is known for its supportive environment and high staff retention, making it an ideal place for those eager to grow their expertise in construction law. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a strong benefits package while contributing to impactful projects.

Benefits

Flexible working

Hybrid working

Excellent benefits package

Well-being considerations

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor focused on construction law with a varied caseload.
• Comfortable engaging in business development and supporting junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on large-scale construction projects in the UK and abroad.
• Engage with a variety of construction matters and support infrastructure developments.

Skills

Construction Law

Business Development

Client Management

Team Collaboration

Commercial Awareness

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Legal 500 Ranked Construction Team | Award Winning Firm | Excellent Progression Opportunity | Exceptional Culture & Flexibility

If you are seeking the chance to step into a Top 200 firm and are a Construction Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE) with a passion for exciting, high-impact projects, this is an opportunity to accelerate your career and join this vibrant team.

The Firm

This Top 200 independent Scottish firm has continuously evolved throughout its storied history to become the innovative legal powerhouse it is recognised as today.

Recognised countless times over the years for its outstanding quality of legal advice and service the firm has grown off the back of this and seen significant growth in terms of both headcount and revenue. It has numerous Chambers & Partners, as well as Legal 500 rankings and has had great success in developing some of the most astute and knowledgeable legal talents in Scotland.

What stands out about the business, is their staff retention is incredibly high. Those who join the firm tend to stay and are rewarded with excellent progression opportunities. This retention reflects the incredibly positive environment the firm has fostered over many years; one where staff take great joy in their work, feel supported and are able to make the most of their careers.

For those looking for professional development, the Partners at the firm are an excellent store of knowledge and are known to be incredibly generous with their time. Trainees and solicitors are often found working directly alongside Partners showing there are no barriers to learning and development - it is actively encouraged.

If you are a legal professional who is keen to develop in-depth expertise in your chosen practice area and progress in your career while working in a supportive and rewarding environment, this firm is an excellent fit.

The Role

Working within this highly ranked Legal 500 Construction team, you will engage with the full range of construction matters. With the support of a team of skilled and experienced colleagues, you will advise clients on some of the most cutting-edge, large-scale construction projects in the UK and abroad.

Projects include providing support to massive infrastructure developments and re-developments and having a hand in complex construction projects which will change the face of the UK for the next generation. They span numerous key sectors including real estate, infrastructure, energy, renewables, the public sector and more. The variety of projects is unprecedented and makes this role constantly stimulating and a first-rate opportunity to develop professionally.

The firm is growing rapidly and by joining now, you will be in the position to develop market-leading expertise with a reputable team and progress quickly through the ranks of one of the most accomplished and well-regarded Scottish firms operating today.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is a qualified solicitor focused on a career in construction law
• Can manage a varied caseload and work with a range of clients
• Is comfortable engaging in business development activity
• Enjoys a team environment and supporting junior colleagues in their development
• Is commercially aware and knowledgeable about the current construction law landscape

What's on offer

• Joining a Top 100 law firm and award-winning employer
• Develop depth of expertise in construction and contribute to the evolution of the UK
• Flexible and hybrid working embedded in the company
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality and varied work
• Strong salary commensurate to experience
• Excellent benefits package and well-being considerations