Contentious Construction Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Construction Solicitor to advise on high-stakes disputes and represent clients in various proceedings. The ideal candidate will have 0-4 years' PQE in construction law and strong client management skills. The firm offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous annual leave allowance

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 0-4 years' PQE in contentious construction or infrastructure disputes.
• Familiar with adjudication, arbitration, litigation, and dispute avoidance mechanisms.
• Ability to work on complex, multi-jurisdictional project disputes.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contentious construction and infrastructure disputes.
• Represent clients in ADR processes and formal proceedings.
• Draft settlement agreements and strategise resolution pathways.

Skills

Contentious construction law

Client relationship management

Alternative dispute resolution

Project disputes handling

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is an innovatively minded, market-leading full-service commercial law firm, consistently lauded for its people-first culture and excellence.

Job Description

• Advising clients on high-stakes contentious construction and infrastructure disputes across energy, civil engineering, PPP/PFI, renewables, and professional negligence sectors
• Representing clients in ADR processes and formal proceedings including adjudication, mediation, arbitration, litigation (TCC, Court of Session)
• Drafting settlement agreements, dispute documentation, and strategising resolution pathways
• Managing relationships with sophisticated commercial clients and supporting business development initiatives
• Contributing to team knowledge via thought leadership and knowledge-sharing initiatives

The Successful Applicant

• A solicitor or equivalent with 0-4 years' PQE in contentious construction or infrastructure disputes
• Familiar with adjudication, arbitration, litigation, and dispute avoidance mechanisms
• Comfortable working across complex, multi-jurisdictional project disputes (UK-wide)
• Collaborative, commercially-aware, and responsive to client needs
• Keen to grow within a high-performance, inclusive team

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary estimated between £53,000 and £63,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension contributions and other perks.
• Generous annual leave allowance to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A collaborative and supportive company culture within a professional services environment.

If you\'re a skilled Construction Solicitor looking to advance your career in Edinburgh, apply now to join this respected legal team!