Construction Associate Lawyer

6 days ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Burges Salmon Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Associate to join our Construction & Engineering practice, focusing on construction-related disputes, including litigation, adjudication, and arbitration.

The Team

Our Contentious Construction team works at the forefront of key sectors, including energy and utilities, transport, real estate, and infrastructure, nationally and internationally.

We regularly support clients in navigating complex legal landscapes, utilizing experience across a broad range of dispute resolution methods, including:

  • International and domestic arbitration
  • Pre-Action Protocol for construction and engineering disputes
  • Litigation in the Technology and Construction Court
  • Strategic troubleshooting advice on legal and contractual issues
  • Industry-specific procedures such as Expert Determination and Conciliation
  • Expert Determination
  • Mediation

As part of a first-class Construction Disputes offering, you will benefit from expert guidance and support.

What We Offer

We are a Band 1 ranked firm in Chambers and Tier 1 in the Legal 500, recognized for our market-leading practice of complex and high-value matters.

Our working environment is professional yet progressive, where quality of work and quality of life go hand-in-hand.

We offer flexible working options and are committed to finding the right person for this role.

Responsibilities
  • Building the Culture: Embrace your role as a role model to enhance Burges Salmon's workplace.
  • Delivering Results: Achieve personal goals, align contributions with overall priorities, and manage resources effectively.
  • Growing our People: Actively develop your team, enhance expertise in your field, and deepen your knowledge and skills.
  • Developing our Business: Network to foster collaboration and referrals.
Requirements
  • Relevant experience working on complex and high-value construction disputes.
  • Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively.
  • Self-motivated and willing to learn.
  • Experience of leading others to develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Experience of effective matter management and business development activities.
  • SRA or Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer.

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