Contentious Construction Solicitor or Associate

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier law firm is seeking a Construction Disputes Solicitor / Associate with 2-7 years PQE to handle complex disputes. The role includes advising clients, drafting legal documents, and representing them in hearings. This position offers hybrid working and a chance to work on high-profile cases.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years’ PQE with demonstrable experience in contentious construction.
• Strong advocacy and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator with commercial awareness.
• Experience in dispute resolution processes.
• Team player thriving in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on complex construction disputes and insurance matters.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and strategic advice reports.
• Representing clients in court, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration.
• Supporting business development and team mentoring.
• Managing cases with commercial acumen.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Education

2–7 years PQE in contentious construction

Job description

Overview

Construction Disputes Solicitor / Associate (2–7 PQE) – Top-Tier Firm

Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow | Hybrid Working | Permanent

The Role

You will play a central role in a high-calibre construction & engineering disputes practice, acting for major clients across the public and private sectors. The work includes complex, high-value disputes involving mediation, adjudication, litigation, and arbitration. You’ll be advising developers, contractors, insurers, consultants, and funders, with a strong emphasis on strategic legal thinking and advocacy.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Advising clients on complex construction disputes and insurance matters
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and strategic advice reports
• Representing clients in formal hearings including court, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration
• Supporting business development, client retention, and internal team mentoring
• Managing cases with commercial acumen and financial efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• 2–7 years’ PQE with demonstrable experience in contentious construction
• Strong advocacy and analytical skills
• Confident communicator with commercial awareness
• Experience in dispute resolution processes and managing client relationships
• A team player who thrives in a high-performance, collaborative environment

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding chance to join a forward-thinking, expanding firm offering a defined career path, a dynamic team culture, and access to the most high-profile construction cases in the country.

Apply now or get in touch to arrange a confidential discussion.

Jill Cowan

07931 811 330

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