Mid-level Lawyer Opportunities – Scotland

Frasia Wright Associates; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking talented mid-level lawyers for various high-profile opportunities across Scotland. Positions available span employment, litigation, family, and corporate law, each requiring relevant PQE. This is an excellent chance to join dynamic teams with flexible working options and significant career progression.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ PQE for employment law roles and 2-7 years’ PQE for litigation.
• Experience in family law and corporate transactions expected.
• Willingness to attain accreditation preferred for family law.

Responsibilities

• Manage varied caseloads, provide legal advice on contracts and policies.
• Handle contentious claims and disputes through various legal proceedings.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts for energy projects.

Skills

Negotiation

Client Development

Litigation

Contract Law

Family Law

Construction Law

Education

Qualified Solicitor (solicitor with PQE)

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Mid-level Lawyer Opportunities – Scotland, Motherwell

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Motherwell, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

MID-LEVEL LAWYER FOCUS

At Frasia Wright Associates, we are currently working on a variety of dynamic and high-profile mid-level opportunities across Scotland. We’re seeing a growing demand for specialists at mid-level for both in-house and private practice, and are keen to connect with talented lawyers ready for a new challenge.

If you’re considering your next move —we invite you to get in touch for a confidential discussion, or visit our website for more information. Below is a small selection of the opportunities we currently have available:

Employment – Glasgow (Assignment 17151)

• Seeking Associate to Legal Director level solicitor (4+ years’ PQE) to manage a varied employment caseload.
• Advises on TUPE, business transfers, contracts, policies, exits, and settlement agreements.
• Offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and involvement in client development.

Senior Litigation/Contentious-Construction – Edinburgh/Glasgow (Assignment 11987)

• Role open to solicitors with 2–7 years’ PQE, ideally with construction litigation or related experience.
• Involves handling contentious claims and disputes through mediation, adjudication, litigation, and arbitration.
• Offers career progression in a leading firm with flexible location options.

Family – Edinburgh (Assignment 17364)

• Requires 3+ years’ PQE in family law; accreditation or willingness to attain it is preferred.
• Manages complex financial provision cases, court work, and a personal caseload with minimal supervision.
• Based in Edinburgh with flexible working options, including Glasgow office or 4-day week.

Corporate – Glasgow (Assignment 17319)

• Join a high-performing corporate team advising start-ups and growth-stage businesses.
• Handles acquisitions, disposals, shareholder agreements, and incentive schemes.
• Minimum 2 years’ PQE with strong transactional skills and client-facing experience required.
• In-house role focused on commercial contracts for a global technology and safety leader.
• Requires 2+ years’ PQE and experience in contracts; data protection/export control knowledge beneficial.
• Based in South Lanarkshire with hybrid/remote and part-time options available.

In-House Legal Associate – Edinburgh (Assignment 17340)

• Work in-house with a global offshore wind company on high-value energy projects.
• Drafts and negotiates commercial contracts (FIDIC, LOGIC, BIMCO), advises on claims and regulation.
• Up to 4 years’ PQE required, ideally with experience in energy/infrastructure sectors.

If you’re interested in any of the roles listed above, or would like to explore mid-level opportunities more broadly, please contact Frasia, Cameron, Teddie, Stephanie, or Jade for a confidential initial discussion.