Solicitor – Contentious Construction

JR United Kingdom; South Kesteven; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled disputes lawyer with 3-6 years of PQE to join a top-tier legal team specializing in construction and infrastructure disputes. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across the UK, handling various dispute resolution methods including mediation, adjudication, and court proceedings. The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal judgment, strong drafting skills, and a proactive attitude, contributing to a collaborative team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years’ PQE in litigation, ideally with construction or infrastructure disputes.
• Strong drafting, analysis, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on disputes in infrastructure, energy, and civil engineering.
• Managing high-value commercial disputes and finding solutions.

Skills

Litigation

Construction Law

Commercial Disputes

Client Relationship Management

Drafting Legal Documents

Advocacy Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Client:

Iconic Resourcing

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scotland, United Kingdom

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Edinburgh or Glasgow - Hybrid Working

Permanent, Full Time and Part Time/Flexible working considered

Experience - 3-6 years PQE

Are you a talented disputes lawyer with a passion for complex construction matters? Join one of the UK’s most respected legal teams specialising in construction and infrastructure disputes. This is a brilliant opportunity for a solicitor with 3–6 years’ PQE to work at the forefront of contentious construction, advising on high-profile infrastructure and engineering projects across the UK.

You’ll be joining a high-performing team within a top-tier firm, acting for major contractor, employer, and subcontractor clients on a wide range of disputes — from mediation and adjudication through to court and arbitration proceedings (including the TCC in London and the Court of Session in Edinburgh).

What You'll Be Doing:

• Advising on disputes across key sectors like infrastructure, energy, civil engineering, and renewables
• Handling adjudications, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings throughout the UK
• Managing complex, high-value commercial disputes and finding pragmatic solutions for clients
• Supporting senior lawyers on strategic issues, drafting legal documents, and running your own matters with increasing autonomy
• Contributing to business development and knowledge-sharing within a close-knit, high-calibre team

What We're Looking For:

• 3–6 years’ PQE in litigation, ideally with exposure to construction or infrastructure disputes
• Excellent legal and commercial judgment
• Strong drafting, analysis and advocacy skills
• Confidence in managing client relationships and progressing cases independently
• A collaborative, proactive attitude and a keen interest in developing specialist expertise
• Experience in sectors like rail, energy, utilities, or public infrastructure? That's a plus.

To apply for this role, please send your CV or contact Emma Pringle at Iconic Resourcing for a confidential chat and further details. At Iconic Resourcing, we understand that not all candidates will meet every single desired qualification or skill for the job positions posted on behalf of our clients. However, if you believe that you can add value to the role despite your experience looking a little different from what we've identified, we would be thrilled to learn more about you.

Iconic Resourcing are committed to partnering with clients who share our values of inclusivity and diversity. We work with many businesses that recognise the importance of creating a welcoming and respectful workplace for all employees. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we treat all applications fairly and equally. We act as both an employment business and an employment agency and are happy to accommodate any reasonable adjustments required. To view all of our Iconic Jobs across Scotland, please visit our website.