Contentious Construction Senior Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Glasgow seeks an experienced Contentious Construction Senior Associate to handle complex disputes across sectors like infrastructure and energy. The role involves advising clients, supervising juniors, and contributing to business development. Strong interpersonal skills and 4+ years of relevant experience are required. This position offers clear career progression, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible work-life balance

Clear career progression and mentoring

Qualifications

• Experience managing adjudications, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Understanding of key issues in the construction industry.
• Mentoring and supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients in adjudications, arbitrations, and litigation.
• Supervise junior team members and contribute to business development.

Skills

4+ years of relevant PQE in Contentious Construction

Strong technical, drafting, and commercial skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Contentious Construction Senior Associate

Client: JMC Legal Recruitment

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d4cac8aa8540

Job Views: 17

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Contentious Construction Senior Associate ready to take the next step in your career with a leading international firm?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing Construction team in Glasgow, known for handling some of the UK's most high-profile and complex Construction disputes.

Role

This powerhouse firm is seeking an experienced and motivated Contentious Construction Solicitor to join their team as an Associate in Glasgow. You will advise and represent clients in adjudications, arbitrations, and litigation, handling complex, high-value disputes across sectors like infrastructure, energy, and commercial development.

You will also supervise junior team members and contribute to business development, working in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and client engagement.

Your Experience

• 4+ years of relevant PQE in Contentious Construction
• Understanding of key issues in the construction industry
• Experience managing adjudications, arbitrations, and court proceedings
• Advising contractors, consultants, and employers in disputes
• Strong technical, drafting, and commercial skills
• Mentoring and supervising junior team members
• Contributing to business development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits and Opportunities

• Join a reputable firm with a growing presence in Scotland
• Work with leading Partners and senior experts
• Gain exposure to high-profile construction disputes
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Clear career progression and mentoring
• Flexible work-life balance and wellbeing initiatives