Contentious Construction Solicitor or Senior Solicitor

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading top-tier UK law firm as a Contentious Construction Lawyer in Edinburgh. This role involves working on high-value disputes and offers mentorship opportunities, a clear career path, and hybrid working flexibility. Ideal candidates should possess 2+ years of PQE in contentious construction law and strong legal skills.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Clear career path

Support for professional development

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in contentious construction law.
• Strong drafting and legal analysis skills.
• Commercially aware, highly organised, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Analyse legal positions and provide strategic advice.
• Represent clients in mediation, adjudication, litigation and arbitration.
• Draft pleadings and settlement agreements.

Skills

Legal Analysis

Drafting

Team-oriented

Commercial Awareness

Organized

Job description

Contentious Construction Lawyer (2+ PQE)

Location: Edinburgh | Top-Tier UK Law Firm | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a driven construction disputes lawyer ready to take the next step in your career with a leading UK practice? A top-tier, full-service law firm with a growing presence across the UK and internationally is seeking a talented Solicitor or Senior Solicitor to join its dynamic and high-performing Construction & Engineering team.

About the Role:
This role offers exposure to high-value, complex disputes across a wide range of contentious construction matters. You will work alongside recognised partners and industry experts advising public and private sector clients—including developers, contractors, consultants, insurers, and funders—on mediation, adjudication, litigation and arbitration proceedings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse legal positions and provide strategic advice on resolution.

• Represent clients in mediation, adjudication, litigation and arbitration.

• Draft pleadings and settlement agreements.

• Compile and analyse evidence and witness statements.

• Support marketing initiatives and present at industry seminars.

• Mentor junior team members and trainees.

Ideal Candidate:

• 2+ years PQE with goodexperience in contentious construction law

• Strong drafting and legal analysis skills.

• Commercially aware, highly organised, and team-oriented.

What’s on Offer:

• Work with a leading disputes team at a firm ranked top in its jurisdiction.

• A clear career path with excellent support for professional development.

• Hybrid working flexibility and a collaborative, inclusive culture.

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected dispute resolution practice.

Apply in confidence today or contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email [e-mail]