Construction Senior Associate

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

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- £70,000.00-£82,000 per annum + Excellent benefits- Edinburgh- Permanent**This team take on major national construction work, involving exceptional clients and next-generation projects that have a large impact on the sector as a whole.**

**Join this leading Scottish firm as a Senior Associate (7+ PQE) in their agile Edinburgh office and take a decisive step forward in your career.**

**The Role**

Construction solicitors seeking a fulfilling and varied role will find the range and quality of work this team undertake to be a real joy.

You will gain exposure to an excellent standard of work across a myriad of sectors including a range of innovative energy technologies, infrastructure, utilities, commercial developments and re-developments, PFI/PPP, transport and much more.

Supporting clients by advising on the full life cycle of construction projects, you will work alongside major public bodies, developers, funders and contractors to ensure the smooth running of projects that are changing the face of the UK.

Advising on development agreements, bonds, guarantees, contracts and project continuity, you will be a central player in construction work aimed at ensuring the UK makes a transition to clean energy, can provide safe and sustainable housing and has the infrastructure in place to support a modern thriving society.

This Legal 500 Tier-ranked team are collaborative, friendly and supportive. You will be encouraged to develop professionally and provided ongoing training to ensure you are well equipt to meet your personal career goals.

Entering as a senior member of the team you will be in a strong position to develop your practice towards a lucrative Partnership position should that be of interest.

**The Firm**

A full-service Scottish firm that is regarded as one of the finest stores of legal prowess across the whole of the UK and beyond. Due to the quality of their expertise, this is often the go-to firm in Scotland for international clients and they are currently undertaking work in over 100 jurisdictions globally.

With tremendous recognition received from both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners directories, this firm plays a central role in nurturing the best legal talent in Scotland. This consistent excellence is clear as many individuals are named in the L500 Hall of Fame and there are many up-and-coming lawyers touted in Next Gen Partners and Rising Stars.

Work spans every sector imaginable, with some core areas of strength being finance, renewables, real estate, private wealth and planning. Clients are attracted by the breadth and depth of expertise and are of a diverse nature, ranging from global corporate behemoths to HNW individuals.

Benefits and remuneration are amongst the best in Scotland, with quality work being well balanced by a cooperative, friendly culture and positive work-life balance.

Working alongside supportive talented colleagues, joining this firm will put you in an excellent position to continually develop your legal skills and progress your career with a leading legal institution.
- Is an experienced construction lawyer with at least 7 years of relevant PQE
- Is technically strong with up-to-date legal knowledge
- Can manage a varied caseload and work with a range of clients
- Has excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with colleagues and clients alike
- Is commercially aware and knowledgeable about the current construction law landscape

**What's on offer**
- An opportunity to work for a leading Scottish firm, growing quickly and highly regarded nationally
- Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
- First-rate career development and progression opportunities
- Ingrained flexible working
- Highly competitive salary
- Excellent bonus structure and benefits package

**Jules Grieve**

Senior Recruitment Consultant
- Scotland



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