Legal Director, Construction & Real Estate – Edinburgh

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Legal Director to oversee construction and real estate matters. This senior position involves managing complex legal issues, leading a team, and fostering client relationships. An excellent opportunity for experienced lawyers looking to advance their careers in a global setting.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in the Scottish construction and real estate market.
• Ability to lead on complex matters and manage client relationships.
• Experience supervising junior lawyers and contributing to business development.

Responsibilities

• Advising on construction and real estate matters.
• Drafting and negotiating building contracts and project documents.
• Covering commercial property transactions and asset management work.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Negotiation

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

This leading international law firm is currently recruiting a Legal Director to join its well-established practice based in Edinburgh.

This senior role involves advising on a range of construction and real estate matters. Work will include both contentious and non-contentious construction issues such as drafting and negotiating building contracts, appointments, warranties, and other project documents. The role will also cover commercial property transactions, leasing, development, and asset management work.

Candidates should have strong experience in the Scottish construction and real estate market, with the ability to lead on complex matters and manage client relationships. Experience supervising junior lawyers and contributing to business development is also important.

This role presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction or real estate lawyer to step into a leadership role within a global platform. If this position is of interest, please do not hesitate to contact Frasia or Teddie for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 13695)