Contentious Construction Lawyer

7 days ago

Scotland, United Kingdom Iconic Resourcing Full time

Senior Solicitor/Associate - Property & Infrastructure Disputes

Edinburgh/Glasgow

Permanent, Full-time (Part-time also considered)

Competitive salary + benefits


Iconic Resourcing are looking for a 3-6 year PQE Contentious Construction lawyer to join a dynamic and specialist Construction and Infrastructure Disputes team within our clients’ Commercial Disputes and Regulation division. The team represents major UK contractor, subcontractor, and employer clients in high-quality disputes across the construction and engineering sector, including infrastructure, energy, and civil engineering projects.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality advice on complex, high-value issues to sophisticated commercial clients.
  • Represent clients in mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and court proceedings across the UK, including London and Edinburgh.
  • Assist in documenting settlements and dispute-related agreements.
  • Maintain regular communication with clients, ensuring their objectives are met effectively.
  • Engage in professional negligence and other dispute-related matters.


Required Knowledge and Experience:

  • 3-6 years PQE in contentious construction law.
  • Strong written and verbal advocacy skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of the UK construction and engineering sector.
  • Proven ability to manage complex legal issues and deliver tailored solutions.
  • Knowledge of ADR and formal legal proceedings.


Ideal Candidate:

  • Proactive, motivated, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communicator with excellent client relationship management.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of external market trends and their impact on clients.
  • Committed to diversity, inclusion, and ethical practice.


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.

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